Diesel Truck Technician​/Mechanic

Job Overview

CSM Kenworth in Ashland is hiring Entry level and Experienced Diesel Truck Mechanics. This role involves the repair, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Class 8 trucks in a progressive work environment.

• Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on medium and heavy duty vehicles.
• Troubleshoot electrical, drive train, HVAC, brake, engine, and suspension systems to identify needed repairs and perform corrective action.
• Write accurate, clear, and detailed repair descriptions on repair orders.

• Use diagnostic equipment to detect and isolate faults in medium and heavy duty vehicles and interpret test results.
• Read written fault descriptions on repair orders and determine the most efficient repair procedure.
• Communicate detailed repair information to the Shop Foreman for inclusion on the repair order.
• Obtain supervisor permission before completing diagnosed repairs or adding additional repairs.
• Coordinate with parts department personnel to obtain or order necessary parts.
• Perform road tests on customer vehicles to assist in problem isolation or verify repair procedures.
• Track and record clocked hours to the appropriate repair order operation.
• Write clear and detailed repair descriptions that include cause of failure and correction/repair procedures.
• Interact professionally and positively with customers.
• Assist other technicians with repair procedures as needed.

• High School Diploma required; formal technical degree, certificate, or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Experienced technicians must have at least 3-5 years of diesel mechanic experience.
• Personal tool inventory sufficient to complete job duties.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Possession of a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Ability to read and interpret shop repair order forms, repair manuals, electrical schematics, and technical bulletins.
• Basic computer and Windows proficiency.
• Ability to work in an environment with frequent exposure to outside weather elements.
• Availability to work 8-10 hour days, including overtime as needed.
• Physical capability to bend, stoop, crawl, walk, sit, and lift up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally.

Excellent benefits package offered.