Diesel Technician III

**$2,000 sign on bonus** We are looking for a **Diesel Technician III** to join our team in Joliet. The **Diesel Technician III** will strive to meet or exceed goal times for repairs. Able to work unsupervised for extended periods of time and assist in training technicians in lower job classifications. **Schedule:** Sunday night through Friday morning 9pm to 5:30am **Starting hourly rate between $33 - $35** **Sign on bonus to paid out in installments**: First payment of $500 to be paid after 90 days and second payment $500 to be paid after 180 days, $1000 at one year. **Company benefits:** Medical, Dental and Vision insurance 1st of the month following hire date. 401 K with 4% company match after 90 days. Tool reimbursements Tool insurance Yearly work boot allowance Safety training Freightliner factory training Kenworth factory training Cummins training **Training & Experience:** • **Minimum of six (6) years practical experience or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.** • Specialized training and/or experience in the overhaul of major components (i.e., Mack – Cummins - Detroit Diesel Engines, etc.). • Be proficient in the use of all tools of the trade (Welding equipment, power tools and shop machinery). • High school diploma or equivalent required. • Ability to lift, push or pull up to at least 50 lbs. • Good driving record with valid driver's license. • Ability to drive automatic transmissions and use of PTO. • Superb communication skills (verbal and written). **Major Function:** • Properly diagnose, overhaul, adjust and repair all series of truck and trailer equipment including but not limited to the following: • Engines (Gas and Diesel) – Diagnose, remove, and rebuild and reinstallation, as necessary. • Transmissions (Manual & Automatic) – Diagnose, remove rebuild and reinstallation, as necessary. Differential/Power Dividers – Diagnose, remove, rebuild and reinstallation, as necessary. • Starters/Alternators – Diagnose, remove, repair, and replace as censer. • Air Conditioning Systems – Trained/Certified, diagnose electrical and mechanical defects, repair, component replacement, evaluation, and charging. Fan Clutches – Diagnose, remove, rebuild and reinstallation, as necessary. • Power Steering Systems - Diagnose, adjust, and repair, as necessary. • Electrical/Brake/Cooling Systems – Diagnose, remove, rebuild, reinstallation, and adjustment, as necessary. Brake certified. • Clutches – Diagnose, remove and reinstallation, as necessary. • PTO Systems – Installation of PTO System and related hydraulic components. Diagnose, remove rebuild and reinstallation and adjustment, as necessary. • Tires – Remove, install and algin chassis. • Engine Electronics (Gas and Diesel) – adjust and repair, as necessary. **Working Conditions:** • Work outdoors in different weather conditions. • Exposure to used cooking oil odors. **Specific Duties** • Perform all levels of preventative maintenance. • Identify and determine parts require for repair of disassembled units. • Identify warrantable repairs and document appropriately. • Maintain work area appearance and safety. • Road test vehicles as necessary. • Performance and prospective duties in a timely and efficient matter. • All duties of lower job classifications. • Follow all safety rules and procedures. • Fully participate and support all safety initiatives. • Think safety and continually scan the work environment; make suggestions for corrections and improvements. • Other duties as assigned. *All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.*