Mobile Diesel Mechanic / Field Diesel Technician - Spokane, WA

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. At GTC, you will be working with cutting-edge industry technologies. With the help of a team and leadership you can rely on as well as training to build your skillset, we’ll coach and encourage you every step of the way in well equipped, safe facilities where you’re empowered to do what’s right—whether you’re performing routine maintenance or complete engine overhauls.

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.
• Determine unit condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests, identifying deficiencies.
• Read schematics for electrical and air 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.
• Heavy equipment dealership experience is helpful; two years or more preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and be insurable.
• Valid DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate or ability to obtain.
• 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.

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.

Pay

Pay Range: $20.00 – $50.00 per hour based upon level of skill and experience. Night shift, weekend shift, and lead/mentor differential pay available.

Benefits

• Healthcare plan covering medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits for eligible employees.
• Basic group term life insurance policy and employee assistance program (EAP).
• Company Health Savings Account (HSA) for eligible employees.
• Tuition reimbursement and profit sharing available.
• Traditional pre-tax 401(k) and post-tax Roth 401(k) options with company match up to 3% of income for qualifying employees.
• Paid vacation, personal time off (PTO) and six paid holidays.