Diesel Technician/Mechanic

We are looking for qualified Diesel Technicians for both our facilities in Waterloo and Clear Lake, Iowa.  Harrison Truck Centers is a franchised Freightliner truck dealership.

 

Job Purpose:

Maintains diesel equipment operation by completing inspections and preventive maintenance requirements; correcting vehicle deficiencies; making adjustments and alignments; keeping records.

Duties: Determines vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts. Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; controlling corrosion; completing winterization procedures. Corrects vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics; completes machine shop operations; making adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units. Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems. Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards. Maintains vehicle records by annotating services and repairs. Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs. Contains costs by using warranty; evaluating service and parts options. Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications. Enhances maintenance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. Maintains a safe and clean working environment by following the companies safety standards and policies.

Skills/Qualifications:Tooling, Supply Management, Mechanical Inspection Tools, Technical Understanding, Attention to Detail, Dependability, Thoroughness, Verbal Communication, Documentation Skills, Inventory Control, Job Knowledge.  Prefer at least 2 years diesel experience or vocation schooling.  A Class B CDL may be required depending on level of experience.  The Technician needs to supply their own tools.

 

About Harrison Truck Centers:

Harrison Truck Centers is a family owned business since 1997. We are committed to the highest level of service which will exceed the expectations of our customers allowing them to provide superior service to their customers.  We have two locations in Iowa with one in Elk Run Heights, Iowa with service, parts, truck sales and a collision center and the other in Clear Lake, Iowa we offer service and parts.

 

Harrison Truck Centers is an equal opportunity employer.  We offer: Safe working environment with modern facilities Paid training including ASE certification Tool Insurance Competitive Benefits including Health Care Plan with company match 401K Plan with company match Flex Medical Plan Paid Vacation and Holidays Short Term disability Competitive Wages

All Employees must pass a pre-employment drug screening and hold a valid driver's license.