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Interstate Diesel of Idaho is looking to add another skilled mechanic to our team. We work on light and medium duty diesel vehicles. Our broad customer base allows us to work on a wide variety of vehicles, which keeps our days challenging and fun. Our shop is a full service shop, and you will be performing repairs on all of the vehicle systems. We are family-owned and operated and value each of our team members.

Job Summary

The primary function of the Diesel Technician is to perform superior quality repairs to customer vehicle, both on and off site. The Diesel Technician will report daily to go over active service order updates and assignments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Maintains positive attitude.

• Prioritizes the safety of yourself and others while in the shop.

• Performs work in service order in a timely and thorough manner. Maintains superior standard of workmanship in all preventative maintenance services and failed component repairs performed.

• Must be proficient in all shop software.

• Communicate unresolved issues to supervisor for further research and assistance.

• Advises supervisor of any recommended changes in services ordered by customer.

• Determines if any further repairs or servicing should be recommended to customer and communicates such recommendations to the supervisor and/or Service Writer.

• Maintains a level of training and experience with specialized equipment, machinery, and servicing techniques necessary for superior servicing of the customer's equipment. Attends training sessions as required from time to time by Service Manager or supervisor.

• Repairs equipment without error and consistently within the time requirement guidelines.

• Maintains accurate work order records of work performed and time clocked on job. Follow all warranty vendor guidelines while keeping service desk informed. Mark and retain all parts as per warranty vendor guidelines.

• Accepts assignments and positively represents company in all situations.

• Keeps work area organized, functional, and clean.

• Informs Shop Manager of any consumable items needing to be restocked on in shop.

• Encourages a positive and cohesive work environment.

• Aids and trains apprentice shop and field technicians as directed by Service Manager and supervisor.

• Orders parts required to complete repairs. Evaluates parts to determine reusability and cause of failure.

• Maintains a safe workplace and places safety above all else while on the job.

• Maintains a clean and professional looking service vehicle.

• Communicates with Shop Manager regarding any tools and consumables needed for service vehicle in order to maintain an efficient and safe work space.

Preferred Qualifications

• Trade School Diploma or certification in Diesel technology

• Working knowledge of truck repair and maintenance with a focus on diesel powered vehicles

• Two years of verifiable previous experience

• Ability to operate power tools, hand tools, and other equipment safely

• Working knowledge of P/C and laptop computers

• Commercial Driver's License with good driving record, or willingness to get one within 6 months.

• ASE and R134 Certifications or willingness to obtain

• Must have full set of tools, references, and provable experience

Working Conditions

This is a physically demanding position. Will stand six to eight hours per shift. Will stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, handle, and feel. Will lift parts weighing up to 50 pounds or greater. Will use hand and power tools, hoist and test equipment. Will be exposed to noise, vibration, dust, exhaust fumes, paint, and other hazardous and nonhazardous materials.

Physical Demands And Working Environment

Work is performed primarily in a variety of environmental conditions, indoors and out, and includes work related travel in a company vehicle. Technician may be exposed to all types of environmental conditions, with noise, vibrations, fumes, odors, and dust, and may work for long periods in hot, cold, wet or icy weather and high winds. Technician must be able to work with small components and be able to distinguish clearances around machinery with moving parts. Technician must be physically able to perform strenuous work and in sufficient physical condition to safely perform the duties of the position. Technician will be required to respond to call-outs and emergencies after regular working hours and on weekends and must be willing to work an irregular schedule, which may include weekends, holidays, evenings, and/or varying shifts. Technician must possess the stamina to work long hours and overtime, if necessary.

The benefits of working at IDI include:

• Pay is DOE.

• Paid time off:

  • 1 year: 40 hours

  • 2+ years: 80 hours

• An additional 8 Paid Holidays, and the week between Christmas day and New Years Day off. Paid in full. Enjoy that time with your family and take a much needed break (does not count against PTO).

• Medical Benefits, with dental and vision available.

• Sick pay.

• Company paid life insurance.

• Monday - Friday shop hours 8:30am to 5pm.

• Payday lunches once a month as a thank you.

• Laptop provided.

If this sounds like a fit for you, please send us your resume. We are very excited about the growth and future of IDI, and want you to come be a part of it. We look forward to hearing from you!