Diesel Technician

Diesel Technician

John R Jurgensen is on the search for Diesel Technicians to join our team at our location in Dayton, Ohio!

• Maintenance and repair of heavy equipment and fleet vehicles including, pickup trucks, semi-tractors, pavers, mills, rollers, dump trucks, wheel loaders, cranes, excavators, dozers, and other support equipment.
• Ensuring vehicle and equipment productivity remains high.
• Preventative and proactive maintenance including a thorough inspection of vehicles and equipment to keep the machinery working as efficiently as possible, while still adhering to a high level of safety on every task.

• Willing to develop the right individuals based on relevant experience.
• Successfully completed course work in automotive, diesel mechanics, or agricultural diesel from an accredited college or recognized trade school is preferred.
• High school graduation or (GED) equivalent, including the ability to read, write, and speak English.
• The ability to obtain and hold a DOT Medical Card.

• High-level of mechanical understanding, including a diagnostic aptitude. Problem solving skills and ability to accurately fix a problem are expected.
• Computer controls knowledge.
• Advanced hydraulic systems knowledge.
• Basic welding and fabrication skills.
• Good interpersonal and communications skills with a team member mentality.
• Ability to make quick and sound decisions based on the limited information.
• Self-starter and self-motivated attitude.
• Punctual, organized and dependable is a must.
• Must be able to accept direction and corrective feedback on the safe, proper, or preferred techniques and methods by direct supervision.

• Willingness to work in a challenging and demanding environment, and the ability to work various shifts.