Lead Diesel Engine Technician

Northern Lights is excited to announce that we are hiring for a Lead Diesel Engine Technician. This skilled and experienced individual will play a vital role to the companies success.

Position Overview:

This position is responsible for the diagnosis, removal, or replacement of major mechanical and electrical components with little or no supervision.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):

• Provide technical advice for diesel powered equipment.
• Trains assigned employees in service methods, procedures, and techniques; leads and inspects the work of subordinates and participates in all associated work; verifies work performed for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques, and compliance with applicable standards and specifications; ensures adherence to safe work practices and procedures; assists in the evaluation of employees.
• Leads, trains, and reviews the work of technicians responsible for performing a variety of skilled and semi-skilled functions.
• Perform general and detailed repair of all engines and electrical components.
• Overhaul both gas and diesel engines.
• Read job order, observe and listen to equipment in operation to determine malfunction and plan work procedures.
• Tag all warranty parts and returns to service writer.
• Inspect and or repair support systems, such as electrical, fuel, cooling, exhaust, etc.
• Ensure all safety devices on diesel engines are in good working order.
• Assist less experienced technicians with repairs, maintenance assignments and adjustments.
• Perform routine housekeeping duties related tools, materials, shop and work areas.
• Maintain accurate records (time, repair orders and parts usage) on computer.
• Attend all required factory training classes and keep abreast of factory technical bulletins.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with customers to increase overall customer satisfaction.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot issues to provide customers with complete repair quotes.
• Inspect, lubricate, and service engine driven equipment.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum 5-7 years performing repair and maintenance on heavy trucks and diesel engine vehicles, equipment and related components.
• Must possess a valid Driver License and clean driving record.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to read, write and understand service instructions.
• Good mechanical aptitude of equipment maintenance and repairing order.
• Assist less experienced technicians with repairs, maintenance assignments and adjustments.
• Perform routine housekeeping duties related tools, materials, shop and work areas.
• Maintain accurate records (time, repair orders and parts usage) on computer.
• Regular attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Must possess a valid Driver License and clean driving record.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to read, write and understand service instructions.
• Good mechanical aptitude of equipment maintenance and repair.
• Minimum 5-7 years performing repair and maintenance on heavy trucks and diesel engine vehicles, equipment and related components.
• Experience using repair manuals, wiring (electrical) diagrams and schematics necessary to troubleshoot or repair engine or component failure.
• Ability to safely drive service vehicles and vehicles in and out of service area, as well as test drive.
• Ability to schedule, book and plan out of town service work that is needed for remote customers. This includes but not limited to flights, marine taxi, hotel, cabs, food, etc.
• Electrical skills required, DC and AC.
• Additional skills may be required to perform additional task(s) specific to work location, department or line of business.
• Be able to do light welding or fabricate metal pieces as the job requires. I.E. Weld exhaust pipe, Torch seized component, etc.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Certified technical training in Diesel Technology.
• Minimum 5 years performing repair and maintenance on diesel engine driven equipment.
• Strong technical/mechanical skills and experience required.
• Computer skills including email, maintenance programs, and diagnostic systems.
• Experience in total engine rebuild required.

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Other Criteria:

Northern Lights Inc. is a drug free workplace that conducts pre-employment physical and drug screenings. We are regulated by the department of transportation and will be conducting random drug testing at regular intervals.

EEO Statement:

Northern Lights, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.