Sr. Diesel Technician

Overview

Join Xylem as a Sr. Diesel Technician and earn a $2,500 sign‑on bonus. This role focuses on troubleshooting, maintaining, servicing, and repairing pump and support equipment at customer sites across Minnesota in a safe and efficient manner.

• Perform routine inspections, preventative maintenance, and servicing on Godwin fleet equipment.
• Troubleshoot diesel engines, electrical systems, and pump problems.
• Rebuild diesel engines and pump ends.
• Assist customers and Xylem personnel with setting up pumping systems on job sites.
• Initial inspection and damage diagnosis of fleet equipment; report to Service Manager.
• Test repaired equipment for proper operation and quality.
• Perform preventative maintenance on company vehicles and shop support equipment.
• Conduct diagnostic checks using computer technology.
• Participate in a weekly on‑call rotation to support customers after hours.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Engage in Xylem Watermark volunteer activities.

• 3–5 years of diesel experience or equivalent education and training.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Good mechanical aptitude and ability to diagnose basic mechanical problems.
• Ability to diagnose complex mechanical and electrical issues (preferred).
• Thorough understanding of equipment repair and maintenance methods, materials, tools, and techniques.
• Basic understanding of pump station electrical controls and monitoring devices.
• General DC electric and circuit testing skills.
• General diesel engine component location and identification.
• CDL Class B considered a plus.
• Safety practices and procedures.
• Independent work style with little supervision; self‑motivated and self‑directed.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with customers, co‑workers, and managers.

Salary range: $28/hr – $34/hr xylem offers a competitive total compensation package, including health, dental, vision plans, a 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and paid volunteer program participation.

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. With 23,000 employees in 150+ countries, Xylem leads in water technology and sustainable solutions.

At Xylem, we embrace diversity and foster an inclusive environment. Xylem is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.