About the role
Additional Considerations (if any)
- Our mission statement is "To fulfill the highest expectations of our customers through the hands of our dedicated employees." Perishable Distributors of Iowa Job Title: Diesel Technician Intern Department: Transportation FLSA: Non-Exempt General Function Performs preventative maintenance and general repairs of all company vehicles. Core Competencies Partnerships Growth mindset Results oriented Customer focused Professionalism
Reporting Relations
Accountable and Reports to: Truck Shop Manager Positions that Report to you: None
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Reports to work when scheduled and on time. Adheres to company policies and departmental guidelines. Observes all safety and sanitation rules and regulations. Under direct supervision performs preventative maintenance on vehicle fleet including but not limited to company cars, pick-up trucks, shag trucks, refrigeration units, and semi-tractor trailers. Maintains appropriate documentation on work performed. Under direct supervision diagnoses problems and performs repairs and/or part replacement submitting documentation of work performed and associated costs. Under direct supervision diagnoses and repairs electrical systems using computer and scanners. Installs and repairs onboard computer system. Performs body work on vehicles involved in minor accidents. Maintains a clean and neat work area and performs general clean-up. Other duties as required by management.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Worker Characteristics
Must have basic knowledge of tractor-trailer repairs. Ability to meet deadlines and work on multiple projects at one time. Able to solve practical problems with a variety of variables. Ability to perform data entry into computer system. Ability to perform general math. Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job. Powered industrial equipment license required. Must provide own hand tools.
Education and Experience
High school education or equivalent required. Must have basic knowledge of tractor-trailer repairs. Attending school for Diesel Technical Certification or trade school degree in truck and trailer maintenance. Diesel technician experience or related work preferred.
Physical Requirements
Performs heavy work exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly. Primary responsibilities require occasional very heavy lifting of parts and frequent medium to heavy lifting according to the Department of Labor Weight Classifications. This is a skilled position requiring repetitive motion, manual and motor coordination, and finger dexterity, grasping, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, squatting, crawling, handling, carrying, climbing, balancing, driving, sitting, moving mechanical parts, talking, hearing, and visual acuity.
Working Conditions
Shop conditions with exposure to vehicle exhaust fumes, diesel fuel, oil, antifreeze, dampness, vibrations, dirt, high noise levels, hazardous materials and cleaning chemicals and solvents. Exposure to moving equipment, vibrations, electrical shock. Exposure to all types of weather conditions and temperature extremes. Exposure to cold temperatures in shops and reefers. Neat and clean appearance, PDI uniforms required or professional attire.
Equipment Used to Perform Job
Power tools, hand tools, diesel mechanic tools, oxy-acetylene torch, power drills, hydraulic and air jacks, electronic analyzers, alignment equipment, and forklift. General cleaning utensils and supplies. Must provide own hand tools. Computer system, telephone, calculator. Logbook, work boots, uniforms, 2-wheeler, load locks, floor dry, flashlight, gloves, calculator, PC.
