Diesel Technician/Mechanic Job in Sidney 69162, Nebraska US

In 1948 Floyd Gillam started a small truck and farm machinery repair shop in Scottsbluff. Located in a now vacant filling station, it established a reputation for Floyd's Sales and Service that lives on today. Floyd's Sales and Service specializes in Freightliner, Sterling and Western Star Trucks. Over the years trucks have made a lot of changes but Floyd's commitment to servicing the customer remains the same.  Please visit our website to learn more about us!   http://www.floydstrucks.com  We are currently seeking a qualified Diesel Technician/Mechanic for our Sidney, NE location.  Must have own hand tools.  We offer ongoing training AND great pay with beneifits.  OEM shop with advancement available. If you meet the qualification below please apply directly to this ad or by any of the methods below: Fax 308-632-5634email:  markg@floydstrucks.com   attn:  Mark Gillam  Job Purpose:Maintains diesel equipment operation by completing inspections and preventive maintenance requirements; correcting vehicle deficiencies; making adjustments and alignments; keeping records.Duties:* Determines vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts.* Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; controlling corrosion; completing winterization procedures.* Corrects vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics; completes machine shop operations; making adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.* Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems.* Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.* Maintains vehicle appearance by cleaning, washing, and painting.* Maintains vehicle records by annotating services and repairs.* Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.* Contains costs by using warranty; evaluating service and parts options.* Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.* Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications.* Enhances maintenance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.Skills/Qualifications:Tooling, Supply Management, Mechanical Inspection Tools, Technical Understanding, Attention to Detail, Dependability, Thoroughness, Verbal Communication, Documentation Skills, Inventory Control, Job Knowledge