Heavy Duty Diesel Technician

About the role

Velocity Vehicle Group (VVG) is a premium commercial truck dealership offering a full-service experience, including sales, highly skilled technicians, readily available parts, leasing, rental, and financial services. We serve truckers, owner operators, fleets, and companies as a one-stop shop.

What’s in it for you

VVG is a dynamic, rapidly expanding organization seeking individuals who thrive on daily challenges and are passionate about delivering top-notch customer service. We provide a supportive work environment, competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 401(k) with matching
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• HSA & FSA options
• Employer-paid Life Insurance
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Employee discounts, company events, and training programs

Responsibilities

Technicians diagnose truck problems and perform repairs, create repair plans, and submit parts requisitions. They tag warranty parts, return core-value parts, communicate updates to their Foreman daily, and maintain organized toolboxes and clean, safe workstations.

Responsibilities & Skills Assessment

• Apprentice Technician:
  • Perform oil changes
  • Perform brake inspections and work on brakes
  • Perform general maintenance of the service department (sweeping, cleaning, and other tasks as needed)
• D-Level Technician:
  • Basic chassis repairs
  • Basic engine repairs
  • Chassis Remove & Install
  • Perform preventative and/or maintenance
  • Competent in internal/factory warranty processes
• C-Level Technician:
  • Basic diagnostic skills
  • Comfortable with major vendor/factory
  • Perform most chassis repairs
  • Perform engine accessory repairs
  • Complete engine Remove & Install
• B-Level Technician:
  • Advanced diagnostics skills
  • Complete engine repairs
  • Complex chassis repairs
  • Knowledgeable on all vehicle component repairs
  • HVAC repairs
• A-Level Technician:
  • Proficient on all vehicle component repairs
  • Able to diagnose all vehicle component failures
  • Competent in root cause failure analysis
  • Vibration analysis
  • Aftertreatment repairs and diagnostics

Required Skills and Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Mechanical aptitude
• Positive attitude
• Dedication to excellence
• Motivated and team oriented
• Desire to succeed

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds at times
• Must pass post-offer drug screening, physical examination (including a lift test), and background check

Pay

$21–$50 per hour depending on experience level and certifications, plus production bonus.