Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Technician

Yancey Bros. Co.

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Pooler, Georgia

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The technician will diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair diesel engines and various mechanical components on on-highway trucks and buses. They are also responsible for completing accurate documentation and performing work in accordance with safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

We are looking for a Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Technician to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair diesel engines and components on all makes and models of on-highway diesel trucks and buses. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, along with knowledge of complex systems and the ability to read technical information. Strong mechanical aptitude, a desire to learn, and superior customer service skills are essential for success in this role.

Job Description

Who We Are:

From Georgia. For Georgia. Since 1914 Yancey Bros. Co. has proudly served as the authorized Caterpillar equipment dealer for Georgia, providing our customers with the highest quality sales, parts and service. From Caterpillar heavy and compact construction equipment to on-highway trucks, we remain committed to learning more about our customers, offering equipment and support to keep up with their changing needs. This all starts with our greatest asset…our employees.

What You Will Be Doing:

As a Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Technician, you will be diagnosing, troubleshooting and repairing diesel engines and components on all makes and models of on-highway diesel trucks and buses.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot and locate mechanical deficiencies on buses and on-highway diesel truck engines and components.
  • Repair and/or replace all components of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, air conditioning systems, suspension systems, drive trains, electrical systems, steering, braking, material handling, and operator comfort systems.
  • Determine extent of necessary repairs including identifying major power-train overhaul needs and prepare orders for required services.
  • Perform welding and brazing, fabricate and modify parts, equipment, miscellaneous structures and attachments.
  • Complete all documentation (work orders, parts orders, inspections, warranty support, comments and time sheets) in a legible, accurate and timely manner.
  • Perform all work in accordance with established time, quality standards and safety procedures.

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Participate in required safety program, and work in a safe manner.
  • Additional duties as assigned by manager.

Who We Are Looking For:

To be successful in this position you should have a strong mechanical aptitude, knowledge of tools applicable to the position and the desire to learn. You should possess a strong sense of urgency and desire to provide superior customer service. The ability to take direction and work in a team environment is essential to this position as well.

Education/Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Required Qualifications/Skills:

  • Knowledge of complex hydraulics, electrical, computer and mechanical systems, arc and oxygen acetylene welding, test equipment used to diagnose and repair equipment and electronic components of vehicles.
  • Ability to operate a variety of equipment safely to diagnose, adjust and repair malfunctions; follow oral and written instructions; read and understand operators and repair manuals; work cooperatively with others; work with minimal supervision and keep required records.
  • Ability to read, analyzes, and interpret technical information- schematics, technical manuals, technical drawings, technical procedures, and governmental regulations
  • Operate equipment and vehicles with possession of all necessary licenses and certificates.
  • Skilled in ‘Basic’ computer applications including email and internet usage.
  • The ability to communicate through email- sending & receiving notes, attachments.
  • Ability to read, analyzes, and communicate technical information.
  • Ability to write service reports that effectively communicate required information in an understandable (clear and concise) and useable method.
  • Ability to ask and properly respond to questions from customers and supervisors. 

Preferred Qualifications/Skills:

  • Course work from accredited trade school, college or university with emphasis in mechanics, hydraulics, and automotive electronics is desirable.

Values:

At Yancey Bros. Co, we are always looking to add people to our team who share our core values:

  • Safety: We value the lives and health of our team and customers above all else.
  • Integrity: We are ethical and trustworthy, demonstrate respect for others, and communicate truthfully and promptly.
  • Teamwork: We work as one across our organization for the benefit of our customers.
  • Excellence: We strive to be the best, continuously improving our customers’ experience and the solutions we provide.
  • Sense of Urgency: We respond quickly to customer needs and hold ourselves accountable for results.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate the following values:

  • Acting in a safe manner
  • Exhibiting honesty and integrity
  • Acting in a fair and ethical manner
  • Team mentality
  • Delivering quality results
  • Embraces change / improvement
  • Exhibiting superior customer service skills
  • Exhibiting pride and ownership
  • Working with a sense of urgency
  • Exhibiting a winning attitude 

What We Offer:

Yancey Rents offers a full benefits package that includes aggressive compensation levels, technician tool allowances, full medical, vision and dental coverage, employee wellness programs, paid vacations and more.

Competitive Pay Structure

  • Competitive Pay
  • Individual Bonus Opportunities Available
  • Technician Tool Allowance
  • 401k Plan Strong Company Match
  • Employee Profit Sharing
  • Financial Wellness Coaching

Employee Wellness Program

  • Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance
  • Prescription Drug Coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Group Life Insurance

Personal Time Off

  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Sick Leave 

Career Development

  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Ongoing Training 
  • Advancement Opportunities

Yancey Bros. Co.

Since 1914, the employees of Yancey Bros. Co. have proudly served our customers in the Construction, Roadbuilding, Mining, Aggregates and Agricultural communities by providing them with quality products, parts and service. From our earliest days to the present, Yancey Bros. Co. strives to offer the highest level of customer dedicated products and services available. We remain committed to learning more about our customers, offering equipment and support to keep up with their changing needs. As we celebrate our first century of service to Georgia and her citizens, the employees of Yancey Bros. Co. work hard to make our state a better place for all of us to call "home"​. Our employees'​ involvement with community groups, civic and church organizations, and hundreds of charities is just an example of our commitment to Georgia. Likewise, our employees get up early and work hard each and every day to make sure our customers receive first-class quality services. We believe that if our customers are not successful, then Yancey Bros. Co. can't be successful. We invite you to visit us online and see firsthand the many advantages available to you by doing business with Yancey Bros. Co., "The Nation's Oldest Caterpillar Dealer"​.
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