Diesel Shop Foreman/Lead Diesel Technician

Job Summary

Excel Truck Center in East Dundee, IL is seeking a skilled Lead Diesel Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and assembling diesel engines and heavy equipment like semi-trucks and trailers. The Lead Technitian will be helping the Shop Manager with the entire shop management and will do some repairs from time to time when needed.

Responsibilities

Main responsibility will be to help the rest of the technitians to diagnose complicated problems and help the Shop Manager to mange the shop.

Has to be skillful in diagnosing malfunctions and performing vehicle repairs (e.g. adjust/test steering, electrical, cooling, lubricating, braking systems, drive trains, suspensions, power steering units, clutches, transmissions and oil, temperature, gas regulating components, adjust/test/rebuild engines etc.) and related assigned duties within qualification level, in accordance with all relevant Federal, State/Provincial and local guidelines and requirements.

Ensure technicians receive required training

Test-drives vehicles to ensure repair resolved the problem.

• Arranges for and obtains appropriate inspections and approval of all major repairs before vehicle is released from maintenance facility.
• Maintains a safe, clean, productive and efficient work area including ensuring work area is in compliance with all relevant Federal, State/Provincial and local guidelines and requirements.
• Identifies and reports any additional maintenance and/or repairs found necessary in conducting assigned repairs and maintenance including repairs and maintenance required to be performed by Technicians with a higher qualification level.
• Records time spent, parts used and repairs and/or maintenance conducted on appropriate form.
• Performs road calls and on the road repairs as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

3 years of hands-on experience as a fleet technician

Proven experience as a Diesel Mechanic.

Strong knowledge of diesel engines and their components

Proficient in using diagnostic tools and equipment

Ability to perform heavy lifting and manual labor

Familiarity with heavy equipment operation

Excellent problem-solving skills

Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Ability to work independently or as part of a team

Pay is negotiable and based on experience

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Diesel engine repair: 3 years (Required)
• Mechanical knowledge: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• East Dundee, IL 60118 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• East Dundee, IL 60118: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000 - $115,000