Diesel Mechanic - Dietz and Watson

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Ready to join a company that is in the business of feeding families across the country? The kind of place where quality above all else matters? Well then, join the Dietz & Watson family today!

 Our team is currently looking for an experienced Diesel Mechanic technician. This is a fabulous opportunity to apply your love of keeping engines roaring, and our dedication to world-class sales and customer service. We have a newly built garage and truck wash located in Northeast Philadelphia that has a place for your toolbox to call home.

Dietz & Watson Inc. offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including laundered uniforms.

**Primary Duties

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• Inspects and tests company vehicles, company box trucks, and company tractor trailers.

• Must be able to troubleshoot/diagnose truck engine and emission systems.

• Utilize scanning tools.

• Perform minor and major repairs on trucks and trailers

• Complies with state vehicle and DOT vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.

• Conduct regular preventative maintenance on service trucks, including inspection, tire rotation and oil changes

• Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock and placing orders for necessary parts.

• Maintains vehicle records by recording service and repairs.

• Perform all other related duties and assignments as needed.

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**Requirements

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• Experience or formal training diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining diesel tractors

• Either you possess a CDL or the ability to acquire the license with the assistance of our trainer

• Possess hand tools

• Possess flexibility to work overtime and Saturdays

• CDL B /PA state inspection license is a plus

• Ability to lift to 150 pounds with reasonable accommodation

• ASE Diesel Certification an asset

  Knowledge of refrigeration: reverse and cold plate refrigeration, and Thermal King Unit refrigeration a plus 

**Physical Requirements

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• Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials. 

• Capability to stand in one place for 80% of the shift (8+ hours per day)

• Capability to walk throughout department for 20% of the shift (8+ hours per day)

• Capability to lift to 100 lbs. on a frequent basis with reasonable accommodation. 

• Requires the frequent use of both hands and arms

• Capability to bend, twist, and squat as needed throughout the shift (8+ hours per day)

• Must be able to work in a Safety Sensitive Position.

You should be proficient in:

• Equipment Troubleshooting
• Heavy Equipment Repair
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Mechanical Assembly Skills
• Refrigeration Systems
• Electrical Troubleshooting Skills
• Hydraulics Experience

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Diesel engine
• Refrigeration/Cooling Systems

Salary info:

$27 - $35 / hr