Knowledgeable Diesel Mechanic - GPAC

KNOWLEDGEABLE DIESEL MECHANIC

Diesel mechanics are responsible for performing mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance on fleet vehicles.  They are fluent in the maintenance and repair of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and diesel systems. . Diesel mechanics also complete repair or service reporting, order and inventory necessary parts, fabricate necessary parts or equipment, develop and execute service or repair processes, and provide road call or emergency service calls.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Communication Skills, Written and Verbal Ability to follow/ interpret instructions 
• Ability to perform manual labor/ meet physical requirements 
• Interpersonal Skills 
• Ability to work a flexible/irregular schedule 
• Analytical, Mathematical, or Problemsolving Skills 
• Ability to work well on a team 
• Possess a good attitude/work ethic 
• Time and Task Management Skills 
• Technical Communication/Report Development Skills 
• Organizational Skills/Attention to Detail
• Managerial/ Supervisory Experience and Leadership Skills 
• Ability to work well independently 
• Possess professional judgement
• Knowledge of Vehicle Systems
• Diesel Technology
• Occupational Hazards and Safety Precautions
• Welding and Cutting

EDUCATION & WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Trade school certification or additional vocational training preferred; high school diploma or GED required
• 2-5 years of experience required for all levels; education can replace experience in many cases.
• Driver’s license required; CDL Class A or B required in some cases; ASE certifications preferred in some cases.

IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A JOB THAT IS NOT BORING AND OFFERS JOB SECURITY, BEING A DIESEL MECHANIC IS THE JOB FOR YOU. 

• You’ll often get to work through challenges, determining what’s going wrong in a diesel engine and solving the problem. If you love variety and problem-solving, becoming a diesel mechanic could be for you.
• The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) estimates the number of jobs in this field will grow by 3% between 2019 and 2029, which is as fast as the national average.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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