Truck Technician

It’s your time, make it matter. At Peterson, we partner with our customers to build the future. For over 85 years, our peoples’ work has shaped the communities where we live, where we raise our families, and where we thrive. Peterson’s legacy permeates every aspect of our communities. From roads and bridges, back-up power at hospitals, fire-fighting, concerts and moving goods; we are everywhere you look.

At Peterson, you don’t just have a career, you have a purpose. Our family-oriented environment is built on safety, winning, growth, and professional achievement. Hiring and developing exceptional people is critical to our continued success. We have high standards for a good reason: our people represent Peterson, our family, our brand, and our values.

You have high expectations too. You are exceptionally motivated, have outstanding skills, and want your work to matter. Peterson offers competitive wages, generous benefits, and promotional opportunities at a family-owned and operated business. It’s time to use your skills and passion to do work that matters! Job Description Peterson Trucks has a need for a Truck Technician at our San Leandro, CA location.

SUMMARY This position performs service repair and maintenance activities primarily in the service shop and field for customer and/or sales and rental fleet equipment. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Job functions include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Maintain a safe working environment and observe all safety procedures, laws, policies and rules Communicate with internal and external customers in a manner that promotes a positive relationship Analyze and diagnose equipment malfunctions Pre-delivery setup and installation on all makes and models of truck engines and related products Repair, replace or rebuild engines and related systems and components Test drive vehicles after repair to verify equipment is in proper working order Write service reports that accurately document activities Prepare required documentation including work orders, parts lists, and time cards in an accurate and timely manner to enable other employees to do their job in a timely manner Perform assigned tasks in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner Follow manufacturer and company service guidelines and procedures to ensure quality work and to preserve and document component failure information for accurate failure analysis Work overtime as needed Maintain punctual, regular, and predictable attendance QUALIFICATIONS Associates Degree from a fully accredited college or technical/vocational school in Diesel Technology or other closely related field; and a minimum of 3 years of directly related experience in truck service, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

The pay range for this position is: $35.00 - 51.12 (Starting wage will depend on experience and education). We also offer a total compensation package in addition to base salary. Peterson Trucks, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

A drug screen and background check is required.