Lead Diesel Technician

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs repairs on Medium and Heavy duty trucks of any make or model. Has advanced knowledge of all systems associated with these heavy and medium duty trucks. Achieves and maintains at least one (1) OEM certification that is represented by Branch; which will qualify the technician to perform warranty repairs. Maintains an acceptable level of efficiency for all repairs in accordance with company standards. Works harmoniously with management, co-workers, and customers to ensure that the customer receives a best-in-class repair experience. In all actions works to assist all positions within the dealership and department to sell hours. Supervises technicians in the absence or the foreman.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Has achieved and maintains an OEM certification to perform warranty repairs on OEM Equipment, for an OEM that is represented by the branch.
• Performs at an 85% efficiency on any OE certified repairs on any 3-month average
• Can diagnose and perform general repairs on all truck systems.
• Has the technical ability to mentor other technicians.
• Has the competencies to complete tasks in any prior technician classification.
• Possesses prior documentation and / or certification as needed in any prior technician classification.
• Communicates with co-workers, management, and customers in a professional and positive manner.
• Presents one’s self with a professional appearance, supports safe working habits, and complies with all company policies.
• Owns all the tooling needed to perform the repairs associated with their certifications
• Foster teamwork within the department and with all other departments.
• Functions as the Service Foreman in the absence of the foreman or when appointed to those tasks by management.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES / ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

WE ARE AN AT-WILL, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The

requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED SKILLS

Effective written communication skills that allow for every opportunity to sell hours.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex technical documents.

Interpersonal skills needed to teach, train and coach new technicians.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Position requires extended periods of standing, walking, stooping and lifting. The physical demands 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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.