Diesel Technician - Certified Fleet Services
Tampa, FL 33619
About the Job
At Certified Fleet Services, we're more than just a repair and maintenance facility — we're a driving force propelling careers forward. As a leading provider of full-service fleet repair and maintenance, we're experiencing exponential growth day by day. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to get our customers back on the road faster, ensuring their businesses keep moving seamlessly.
What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to discipline and accountability in everything we do. From the smallest maintenance task to the most complex repair, we approach each job with precision and dedication. But our dedication doesn't stop there. We're equally committed to the success and fulfillment of every member of our team.
At Certified Fleet Services, we believe in empowering our team members to reach their personal, professional, and financial goals. Through collaborative effort and shared vision, we create an environment where each individual can thrive and grow. Whether you're a seasoned technician looking to elevate your career or a newcomer eager to learn the ropes, we provide the support, resources, and opportunities you need to succeed.
Join us in our mission to drive success — both for our customers and for every member of our team. Together, we'll pave the way for a brighter future on and off the road.
DIESEL TECHNICIAN POSITION SUMMARY
The Diesel Mechanic is responsible for providing best-in-class service while performing maintenance and repair of diesel-powered trucks and fleet vehicles to ensure customers can return safely to the roads as soon as possible. Their duties include running diagnostic tests on vehicles, replacing the vehicles’ engine, transmission, steering mechanism, and / or braking system, and test-driving the vehicle to determine if they properly fixed the maintenance issue. The result of our Diesel Mechanics’ work reaffirms our customers’ decision to trust Certified Fleet for all their repair and maintenance needs, to ensure their safety every day while they are on the roads. The Diesel Mechanic position is an exempt position eligible to receive commission under Certified Fleet’s progressive flat rate system.
DIESEL MECHANIC PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES
- Consulting with the customer and reading work orders to evaluate the tasks required
- Preparing work plans after fully scoping out the issues
- Running diagnostic tests on diesel engines and interpreting the results to offer suitable solutions
- Inspecting vehicle systems, including suspensions, steering and exhaust systems
- Repairing or replacing vehicle transmissions, brakes, engines and other associated parts
- Conducting field visits in the case of an emergency or sudden breakdown
- Test driving repaired vehicles to gauge their performance
- Completing oil changes, wheel balancing, alignment, and brake checks
- Maintaining records of parts inventory and serviced vehicles
Requirements
DIESEL MECHANIC KEY COMPETENCIES
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to be successful in this role, but are not necessarily all inclusive.
- Intermediate knowledge of diesel repair and maintenance
- Excellent time management skills
- Experience successfully maintaining a positive attitude while working in a team environment with competing priorities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to read, interpret, and create documents such as safety rules, procedure manuals, and written correspondence
- Attend and participate in internal meetings and complete required training
DIESEL MECHANIC EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- GED or High School Diploma preferred
- Minimum 3 year of diesel automotive repair experience required
- Current State Driver’s License & Clean Driving Record required
- Experience working with team members across multiple functional roles preferred
DIESEL MECHANIC PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to spend prolonged periods of time standing or walking
- Ability to work in enclosed environments exposed to excessive noise, automotive shop environment, and cold or heat
- Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential requirements.
Benefits
- Affordable Health Insurance
- HSA
- FSA
- Dental
- Vision
- Short Term and Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Employee Discount Network
- Pet Insurance
- IRA with Company Match
- Paid Holiday
- PTO
- Boot Program
- CDX Learning