Diesel Technician – 2nd Shift

PITT OHIO

. Diagnose, troubleshoot, and safely and correctly repair fleet equipment .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeParma • Ohio • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $30 - $35 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing heavy trucks and semi-trailers, with a strong command of diesel engine principles and repair techniques. Proficient in maintaining safety standards and effective communication with internal and external customers.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Heavy Duty Truck/Trailer MaintenanceDiesel Engine RepairFleet Equipment RepairDOT Physical and Drug Screen ComplianceComputer Skills for Diagnostics

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Hard Skills

Tractor and Trailer InspectionFailure AnalysisPreventive MaintenanceGeneral OverhaulsDismantling and Reassembling EquipmentDocumenting Work OrdersUsing Basic Hand ToolsOperating Mechanical EquipmentAnalyzing MalfunctionsMaintaining Detailed Time and Parts Records

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

CDLASE CertificationState and/or Federal Inspection Certification

Industry Keywords

Fleet EquipmentSafety StandardsHousekeeping OpportunitiesRepair SuppliesWork ProceduresTechnical ManualsEnvironmental Conditions

Tech Stack

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Diagnose, troubleshoot, and safely and correctly repair fleet equipment
Conduct failure analysis, repairs, and rebuilds of fleet equipment components
Inform management about housekeeping opportunities, harmful working conditions, and unsafe work practices; suggest corrective actions
Identify broken tools and missing repair supplies and take steps to resolve issues when possible
Complete and document work orders correctly
Maintain a clean and safe work environment
Comply with company policies, procedures, and standards of ethics and integrity
Operate and inspect mechanical equipment to diagnose defects
Analyze malfunctions and perform general overhauls, tune-ups, and preventive maintenance
Dismantle and reassemble equipment
Plan work procedures using charts, technical manuals, and experience
Enter labor lines and parts into the repair order computer system
Travel to other company shop locations when staff is needed
React to changing productivity needs and handle other essential tasks as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Two years' verifiable experience in tractor and trailer inspection and repair OR a technical school degree, or certification in Heavy Duty Truck/Trailer Maintenance with one verifiable experience
A valid state-issued driver's license
Must pass DOT physical and drug screen
A CDL, ASE and State and/or Federal inspection certification is preferred but not required
Command of English language to communicate effectively with internal and external customers
Knowledge of methods, materials, tools and techniques used in the repair and maintain a variety of heavy trucks and semi-trailers and other mechanical equipment is required
Basic hand tools are required
Must have working knowledge of the operating principles of diesel engines and repair of heavy trucks
Ability to maintain detailed time and parts used on work orders
Must possess excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to communicate to both internal and external customers
Computer skills needed for diagnostics
Must consent to the use of driver-facing event recorders in our fleet to promote the safety of our employees and the public
Must be able to work a varied schedule based on need
Overtime may be necessary during peak periods
Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force frequently to lift, push, pull, or otherwise move objects
Ability to stand, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch and reach
Ability to work under internal and external environmental conditions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent benefits including medical insurance with no weekly premiums, dental, vision, 401 (k) and profit sharing
Paid time off and holidays
A respectful, people first work environment
Well-maintained equipment & modern facilities
Shift Differential
CDL Premium
ASE Certification Bonus
Tool Allowance
Online Training