The Role
Perform inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on brakes, engines, electrical, steering, transmissions, drivetrains, tires, and refrigeration equipment. Conduct preventative maintenance, follow work orders and service manuals, maintain safety and attendance, lift heavy components, and perform other assigned duties while enrolled in a Diesel Technology program.
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Job Summary & Responsibilities Preferred Qualifications
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Inspects, diagnoses, and repairs brake systems, engines, electrical components, steering systems, transmissions, drive trains, and tires for tractors, trailers, and refrigeration equipment.
- Performs preventative maintenance services, including changing oil, checking fluids, inspecting batteries, testing lights, and lubricating equipment.
- Establishes and maintains positive working relationships
- Maintains regular and predictable attendance
- Performs other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Extensive knowledge of all aspects of vehicle repair
- Excellent mechanical repair skills
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to visually diagnose mechanical issues
- Ability to read service and repair manuals
- Ability to perform repairs in a timely fashion
- Ability to read work orders
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
High school degree or equivalent; must be enrolled in an accredited university/college program and actively pursuing a degree in Diesel Technology.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
* Must be able to work safely in a noisy area with many odors present
* Ability to regularly lift 50 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 100lbs.
* Must be able to inspect the vehicle to determine repairs needed
* Good vision to inspect repair work
* Must be able to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat to perform repairs and inspections
OTHER
Safety shoes (steel or composite toe) required
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The nature of the environment is one in which the employee may come in contact with outside weather conditions, vibration, and moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold or extreme heat, and excessive noise levels.
Skills Required
- Enrolled in an accredited college/university Diesel Technology program
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Extensive knowledge of vehicle repair and diesel systems
- Strong mechanical repair and diagnostic skills
- Ability to read service and repair manuals and work orders
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to perform preventative maintenance and timely repairs
- Ability to regularly lift 50 lbs and occasionally up to 100 lbs
- Ability to bend, stretch, kneel, squat and have good vision for inspections
- Safety shoes (steel or composite toe) required
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The Company
What We Do
Crete Carrier Corporation is one of the largest privately-owned American trucking companies, headquartered in Lincoln, Nebraska. The company provides a full spectrum of nationwide freight transportation services across the contiguous United States through its three specialized divisions: Crete Carrier, which focuses on dry van services; Shaffer Trucking, specializing in refrigerated transport; and Hunt Transportation, which provides flatbed services for various commodities.
