Lead Diesel Technician
Job Description
New Vacancy
Position: Lead Diesel Technician
Company: TEKSKY LLC
Company: TEKSKY LLC
Job Brief
Job summary we are seeking a highly skilled and motivated lead diesel technician to oversee and perform maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on a wide range of heavy-duty diesel-powered equipment.
Salary Detail
$70,000 – $120,000 a year
Experience
Professional Achievements is required
Job Detail
- Lead and coordinate diagnostic assessments, repairs, and preventive maintenance on diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulics, suspensions, brakes, shocks struts, HVAC systems, and electrical components.
- Utilize schematics and technical manuals to troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues efficiently.
- Perform fabrication tasks such as welding, soldering, and equipment assembly to support repair projects.
- Operate heavy equipment including excavators, cranes, forklifts, tractor-trailers, and other industrial machinery safely and effectively.
- Conduct vehicle alignment procedures and air brake system inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Maintain detailed service records, work orders, and inspection reports to track repair history and ensure accountability.
- Mentor and supervise team members by providing technical guidance on automotive diagnostics, mechanical repairs, and equipment servicing.
- Ensure all work complies with safety protocols and industry regulations while promoting a culture of safety awareness among team members.
- Assist in inventory management by ordering parts and tools necessary for repairs. maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Engage with customers professionally to explain repair processes, provide updates on service status, and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Requirements
- Proven experience working as a Diesel Technician or Heavy Equipment Mechanic within a dealership or industrial setting.
- Strong mechanical knowledge with expertise in diesel engine repair, transmissions, hydraulics, suspension systems, HVAC systems, brakes (including air brake systems), shocks struts.
- Proficiency in reading schematics, technical manuals, and electrical diagrams for troubleshooting purposes.
- Hands-on experience with fabrication techniques such as welding (including MIG/TIG), soldering, assembly work, and use of power tools.
- Ability to operate heavy machinery including excavators, cranes, forklifts (certification preferred), tractor-trailers (CDL license advantageous), and other industrial equipment safely.
- Familiarity with automotive diagnostics software and electronic testing tools for accurate troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of farm machinery maintenance as well as industrial equipment repair is highly desirable.
- Excellent problem-solving skills combined with strong attention to detail for precise repairs and inspections.
- Physical ability to perform heavy lifting safely while working in various environmental conditions.
- Effective communication skills to collaborate with team members and interact professionally with customers.
- Certifications related to diesel engines (such as ASE certifications), air brake systems or welding are preferred but not mandatory.
- Job Type: Full-time
- Pay: $70,000 – $120,000 per year
- Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
- Application Question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have strong mechanical knowledge with expertise in diesel engine repair, transmissions, hydraulics, suspension systems, HVAC systems, brakes (including air brake systems), shocks struts
- Experience:
- Diesel Technician within a dealership: 3 years (Required)
- License/Certification:
- ASE Certification (Required)
- Ability to Commute:
- Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (Required)
- Work Location: In person
