Diesel Technician (nights) at Peterbilt of Des Moines in Ankeny, Iowa

Job Description:

The Night Shift Hours are 3:30 PM to 12:00 Midnight

Description and Purpose:

The Service Department is an integral part of the Company’s success. The Diesel Technician will perform mechanical repairs, maintenance, overhauls, and rebuilds of heavy-duty trucks and other related equipment.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions or damage


• Perform all mechanical repairs, maintenance, overhauls, and rebuilds of heavy-duty trucks and other related equipment


• Test drive vehicles and test components and systems, when applicable


• Use equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges, and computerized diagnostic devices


• Use electronic test equipment to locate and correct malfunctions in fuel and emissions control systems


• Inspect belts, hoses, steering systems, brakes, fuel systems, wheel bearings, and other potentially troublesome areas for additional repairs needed


• Test electronic computer components to ensure that they are working properly


• Disassemble units and inspect parts for wear, using micrometers, calipers, and gauges

Education/Training or Experience:

• High School graduate or GED required


• Diploma from Technical College or equivalent experience


• Some computer skills required


• 1-2 years experience in heavy-duty truck repair preferred