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Mobile Diesel Mechanic / Field Diesel Technician - Ridgefield, WA

Freightliner Northwest · Ridgefield, WA · 3 wk ago
Management$20–$50/hrFull-time

About the role

Diesel Technicians at Gordon Truck Centers (GTC) dealerships lead the charge in workmanship, commitment to safety, and providing reliable, first-class service to customers across the Pacific Northwest. GTC builds the team with the best employees and we’re hiring Mobile/Field Service Diesel Technicians for the Ridgefield, WA Gordon Truck Centers / Western Star Northwest location!

Responsibilities

  • Conduct on-road and customer on-site maintenance services by troubleshooting, diagnosing and performing preventative and corrective maintenance on heavy duty equipment.
  • Run diagnostic tests and analyze results.
  • Repair or replace vehicle engines, steering mechanisms, transmissions, and braking systems.
  • Develop technical skills through training opportunities.
  • Test equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications; make necessary adjustments if required.
  • Ensure the cleanliness of the mobile service truck.

Requirements

  • Three years of actual truck repair experience needed.
  • Valid driver’s license and be insurable. CDL-A is a plus.
  • Valid DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate or ability to obtain.

Qualifications

  • Working in, under, and around trucks and trailers.
  • Ability to drive a vehicle, lift, push or pull objects of various shapes, sizes and weights, up to 100 pounds.
  • Safely walk, reach, bend, climb, push, twist, squat and kneel as necessary to perform the essential job duties.
  • Safely walk and stand for extended periods of time.
  • Use a telephone and computer.

Skills

  • Working knowledge of engines, transmissions, differential, A/C and suspensions.
  • Able to read schematics for electrical and air systems.
  • Knowledge of heavy equipment dealership experience is helpful in this job role; two years or more preferred.

Benefits

Compensation based upon level of skill and experience, hourly compensation is $20.00 to $50.00. Night shift, weekend shift, and lead/mentor differential pay available. GTC General Benefits Description includes healthcare plan, dental, vision and prescription benefits, basic group term life insurance policy, employee assistance program (EAP), tuition reimbursement, profit sharing, traditional pre-tax 401(k) and post-tax Roth 401(k) options, and retirement savings.

Pay

Hourly compensation is $20.00 to $50.00.

Schedule

Work schedule and shifts will vary depending on business needs. We can accommodate a wide range of shifts and schedules.

Physical Demands

  • Working in, under, and around trucks and trailers.
  • Ability to drive a vehicle, lift, push or pull objects of various shapes, sizes and weights, up to 100 pounds.
  • Safely walk, reach, bend, climb, push, twist, squat and kneel as necessary to perform the essential job duties.
  • Safely walk and stand for extended periods of time.
  • Use a telephone and computer.

Environmental Demands

  • Primarily outdoor work.
  • High noise level.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles.

Other

  • Must have a full complement of tools required for diesel equipment repair including wrenches and sockets to 1 ¼”, 3/8” and ½” drive air tools, floor creeper and a roll around tool cabinet.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable. CDL-A is a plus.
  • Must have a valid DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate or ability to obtain.
  • Must have a full complement of tools required for diesel equipment repair including wrenches and sockets to 1 ¼”, 3/8” and ½” drive air tools, floor creeper and a roll around tool cabinet.
  • Must have a full complement of tools required for diesel equipment repair including wrenches and sockets to 1 ¼”, 3/8” and ½” drive air tools, floor creeper and a roll around tool cabinet.

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