Diesel Technician Master

JOB DESCRIPTION

An expert-level technician specializing in the maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of diesel engines and related systems. Responsible for performing complex mechanical, electrical, and electronic troubleshooting on heavy-duty diesel vehicles and equipment. Provides guidance and mentorship to junior technicians, ensures compliance with safety and environmental regulations, and maintains detailed service records. Often works independently or as a lead on service teams to ensure optimal performance and reliability of diesel-powered machinery.

Job Summary



JOB DESCRIPTION

An expert-level technician specializing in the maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of diesel engines and related systems. Responsible for performing complex mechanical, electrical, and electronic troubleshooting on heavy-duty diesel vehicles and equipment. Provides guidance and mentorship to junior technicians, ensures compliance with safety and environmental regulations, and maintains detailed service records. Often works independently or as a lead on service teams to ensure optimal performance and reliability of diesel-powered machinery.

Essential Functions

• Advanced knowledge to diagnose and repair diesel engines and related equipment including air systems, oil analysis, cooling system
• Excellent troubleshooting skills
• Troubleshooting of fuel system including ability to perform diagnostic test with manufacturer software
• Test & adjust all of the following hydraulic and hydrostatic systems
• Perform troubleshooting & diagnosing circuit faults
• Basic troubleshooting for entire fuel system
• Disassemble & assemble pumps & lines for the fuel system.
• Ability to properly troubleshoot Tier 4 Systems
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Perform routine maintenance on diesel equipment, including oil changes, filter replacements, and fluid checks
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical problems
• Inspect diesel equipment and related equipment for safety and compliance issues
• Keep up-to-date on the latest diesel equipment technology
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Follow all safety procedures and regulations

• Communication
  - Ability to clearly and effectively convey information, ideas, and messages to others in both written and verbal formats; can express one's thoughts clearly but also demonstrate active listening, understands the needs of the audience, and adapts the message to ensure it is understood.
• Safety Awareness
  - Ability to recognize, understand, and adhere to safety protocols and procedures in the workplace; proactive in identifying potential hazards, taking steps to mitigate risks, and ensuring that both personal and collective safety are maintained in all tasks and environments.
• Work Ethic
  - Demonstrates commitment and dedication toward completing tasks with high standards of quality, responsibility, and diligence; demonstrates reliability, professionalism, and a strong sense of personal responsibility in fulfilling job duties.
• Attention to Detail
  - Ability to thoroughly and accurately complete tasks, ensuring that no aspects or elements are overlooked; meticulous and precise when handling information, performing tasks, or delivering work, and is critical in ensuring the quality, accuracy, and integrity of the results.
• Collaboration - Ability to work effectively with others to achieve common goals by fostering teamwork, open communication, and mutual respect. It involves actively listening, sharing ideas, problem-solving collectively, and leveraging diverse skills and perspectives. Strong collaboration requires adaptability, conflict resolution, and a willingness to support team members, ensuring productivity and a positive work environment.
• Technical Expertise
  -Solid mechanical understanding of mobile equipment, including basic maintenance checks and troubleshooting minor issues. Ability to identify signs of equipment malfunction, understand and report them to the maintenance team.

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Previous experience working on diesel or heavy construction equipment is required.
• Additional vocational/trade school training in a mechanical field is required.

• Able to perform all functions on Vulcan's equipment management software.
• Previous experience working on diesel or heavy construction equipment is required.
• Previous experience and understanding of electrical, powertrain and hydraulic knowledge, usage of CAT SIS, Vulcan EMS processes and my Komatsu.
• Knowledge of general principles and practices of servicing heavy construction equipment required.
• Related equipment knowledge on engines, hydraulics, electronics, Tier 4 Systems and fuel systems.

• Knowledge of general principles and practices of servicing heavy construction equipment is preferred.
• Must have some knowledge of industrial tools, their uses, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of general principles and practices of servicing heavy construction equipment is preferred.
• Mechanical…