The Diesel Mechanic will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of diesel-powered vehicles and equipment. The incumbent should have a strong understanding of diesel engine systems and the ability to diagnose and troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues.

Roles and responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and diagnoses malfunctioning, deteriorated, broken, nonfunctioning, or damaged components or systems of trucks and buses.
• Performs routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery with or without diagnostic tools
• Uses hand tools, such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, or precision instruments, as well as power tools, such as pneumatic wrenches, lathes, welding equipment, or jacks and hoists to repair or replace truck and bus components
• Disassemble and overhaul internal combustion engines, pumps, generators, transmissions, clutches, and differential units.
• Recondition and replace parts, pistons, bearings, gears, and valves
• Dismount, mount and repair or replace tires
• Adjust or repair computer controlled exhaust emissions devices
• Install or repair accessories
• Determine the tools and parts needed for repairs
• Maintain mechanic shop safety through cleaning, organization, and inspections of equipment
• Maintains records of all service and repairs performed on company vehicles

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering or any other related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Diesel Mechanic.