Job TitleDiesel Technician I Agency Texas A&M University Department Transportation Services Proposed Minimum Salary$25.20 hourly Job LocationCollege Station, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description Glimpse of the Job and Your Opportunity to Contribute The Diesel Technician I is responsible for performing skilled maintenance and repair on heavy-duty vehicles and equipment. Transportation Services will provide uniforms as well as all tools and safety equipment. This will be an hourly paid position beginning at $25.20/hour. The work hours for this position are Monday - Friday from 6:00am – 3:00pm during the Fall and Spring semesters. Employees are required to work 8:00am – 5:00pm during Summer break. Who We Are Transportation Services is an empowered team of professionals dedicated to providing efficient, dynamic and innovative fleet, parking and transit services to the community. We support the teaching, research and public service mission of Texas A&M University, with focus on customer service and communication. For more information about us, visit our website: http://transport.tamu.edu. Qualifications: Required Education and Experience High School graduation or any equivalent combination of education and experience Two years of experience in repair and maintenance of heavy-duty vehicles or equipment or combination of vehicle maintenance and relevant workforce/school experience Required Licenses and Certifications Must have a valid vehicle operator's license and good driving record. Must be able to obtain State of Texas class "B" vehicle operator's license (Commercial driver License with passenger endorsement and air brakes endorsement) within 60 days of employment. Preferred Qualifications Automotive/Diesel – Trade school. Commercial vehicle operator’s license with passenger endorsement and air brakes endorsement. One or more ASE certifications or equivalent OEM certifications in related specialties. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Significant working knowledge of engine and drivetrain components. Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Ability to use diagnostic software to identify engine & transmission faults. Basic understanding of DC electrical troubleshooting. Fabrication skills including welding and operating a cutting torch. Essential Duties/Tasks: Repair: Performs skilled tasks in the general maintenance and repair of heavy-duty vehicles and equipment including servicing, adjusting and repair of gasoline and diesel engines and all vehicle components. Replaces parts (ex. exhaust systems, batteries, belts, hoses, etc.). Repairs and replaces tires. Preventative Maintenance: Performs preventative maintenance inspections. Completes and updates manual and computerized service orders. Administration: Ensures shop area is always kept clean and without clutter. Uses computer to obtain vehicle maintenance specifications and administer fleet wide maintenance program, including notification to appropriate leaders upon neglect or failure to maintain vehicles. Identifies replacement part numbers and submits parts requests for necessary repairs. Diagnostics: Use diagnostic tools to identify vehicle issues. Troubleshoot complex problems related to engine performance, electrical systems, and more. Driving: Assists by driving a DOT regulated vehicle in test driving, recovery of disabled vehicles, delivery of vehicles, etc. The selected candidate must have the ability to climb stairs, work in hot and cold weather conditions, lift and/or move moderate to heavy weight objects, stand for extended periods of time, lift, carry, stoop, kneel, climb, push, pull, and traverse frequently. They must also be able to work Saturday home football games as needed. This position will be covered by DOT regulations and be in a random drug and alcohol testing pool. Benefits of Working at Texas A&M University We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.  Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 12-15 days of annual paid holidays Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee. Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees. External Applicants - Applicants not currently employed by a Texas A&M System member may Search Postings and apply for positions within one or more A&M System members by selecting the job posting. Internal Applicants - This site lists job postings throughout The Texas A&M University System. It is intended for applicants not currently employed by a member of the system. Current employees should apply for jobs on the Internal Career site. The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.

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