Diesel Technician (Diesel Mechanic), Mobile

Dobbs Truck Group

Jackson, MS

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
CDL Driver's License, Continuous Improvement, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Depth Perception, Develop and Maintain Customers, Diagnostics Solutions/Software, Diesel Engine, Diversity, Electricity, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, HVAC, High School Diploma, Identify Issues, Illustrating Ability, Industry Standards, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Machine Tool, Maintenance Services, Mentoring, Performance Analysis, Physical Demands, Powertrain, Preventative Maintenance, Root Cause Analysis, Safety/Work Safety, Staff Policies, Support Documentation, Team Player, Technical Publications
LOCATION
Jackson, MS
POSTED
30+ days ago

Introduction

At Dobbs Truck Group, a part of our mission is to create relationships and a healthy work environment for our employees. We are always looking for qualified customer-oriented individuals at Dobbs Truck Group.

Overview

The Dobbs Truck Group is a growth company that successfully expands our operations and customer base through a high-quality team of employees. Dobbs Truck Group operates 25 commercial truck dealerships through two operating companies - Dobbs Peterbilt and Western Truck Center. These dealerships represent some of the best commercial truck brands including Peterbilt, Volvo, Mack, Autocar, and Hino, and include locations in Arkansas, California, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oregon, Tennessee, and Washington.

We offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life insurance, and 401k as well as paid vacation and sick leave. Our Company is looking for long-term employees that we can invest in and grow with as we pursue our mission of being the premier commercial truck dealer group.

General Job Description

This position will be responsible for the maintenance and repair on all types of commercial trucks and equipment while working out of the fully equipped mobile service truck. This position will be responsible for the diagnosis and repair of all vehicles and equipment serviced by the Companys facilities. This position will be expected to perform with the highest degree of professional competence as it relates to quality of work product, knowledge, and customer service.

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Responsibilities

• Complete repairs in estimated time per industry standards. • Grow and maintain the customer base. • Perform DOT inspection, troubleshooting, and repair on all areas of a vehicle, including electrical charging systems, starting systems, engine, HVAC, powertrain, and chassis components. • Repairs include diagnosis and removal of injectors, cylinder heads, camshafts, main bearings, rod bearings, and transmission/clutch components. • Utilize various diagnostic equipment, software, and technical publications to determine the root cause of customer complaints and repair solutions. • Maintain service truck supplied tooling and parts inventory to the Companys expectations. • Provide thorough documentation that supports complaint cause and correction. • Perform preventative maintenance when requested. • Respond promptly to customer requests and foster customer relationships. • Report to customer and service administration on any deferred repairs. • Flexibility to be available after hours and alternate days.

Requirements

18 years of age. 4 years of dealer experience as a Diesel Service Technician. Valid Commercial Drivers License and a qualified MVR abstract. Minimum tool requirements (see below).

Desired Job Qualifications

High school graduate or GED with 5 years of experience in a truck dealership or equivalent experience. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Great customer service skills.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, climb, or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 65 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and risk of electrical shock. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme heat, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and outside weather conditions. The noise level is normally loud.

Common Expectations of Performance for all Employees

The following includes common expectations for all employees of the Company. The evaluation of job performance will be based on these common expectations as well as the position-specific responsibilities described above.

Communications Teamwork and Feedback to Others Contribute to a work environment that is based on trust and respect. Have discussions on a regular basis with their manager to discuss opportunities to best achieve individual performance objectives and departmental goals. Suggest ways to improve the efficiency of conducting their job duties. Promote continuous improvement and change to support company growth. Mentor others unselfishly. Give credit where its due.

Company Loyal Policies and Work Ethic Adhere to the policies contained in the Employee Handbook. Adhere to the Companys Employee Conduct Policy. Support management decisions toward meeting company goals. Be open and receptive to new ideas regardless of their origin. Make prudent decisions which are based on the best interest of the Company and its long-term future.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Dobbs Truck Group operates 25 commercial truck dealerships through two operating companies - Dobbs Peterbilt and Western Truck Center. Dobbs Peterbilt and Western Truck Center are equal opportunity employers that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience, and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve.

Dobbs Peterbilt and Western Truck Parts do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, ancestry, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, or marital status, or on the basis of age against persons whose age is 40 and over, or on the basis of physical or mental disability, or to disabled veterans or to Vietnam veterans.

We are proud to be an affirmative action employer and encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to join our team.

Salary Description

$30.00 - $46.90 Hourly Monthly Bonus Plan

About the Company

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