Heavy Duty Truck Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Kett Engineering is seeking experienced Diesel Mechanics to work with our customer working on prototype vehicles in Commerce City, CO.

Pay range : $29-$35 / hour (depending on experience)

Shift times : 7 : 00am - 3 : 300pm Monday - Friday, OT as needed

Job Duties :

Incumbent with work hands-on constructing or modifying prototype vehicles. Perform repairs, modifications, and diagnostics on Medium duty trucks, Buses, and Heavy duty trucks.

Powertrains may include Diesel; electric vehicles and alternative fuels.

Scope may include assemble, disassemble, inspect, repair and install components on vehicles - including engines and powertrain.

Either modify existing vehicles, or build units from ground up

• Work may include all vehicle components or systems including engines, transmissions, differentials, brakes, electrical, HVAC, cooling, interiors, cabs, frames, etc.
• Work will require following prints, sketches, or written or verbal assembly instructions. Leverage mechanical skills and training to complete assigned tasks.
• Activities may include drilling, cutting, machining and grinding working from prints, sketches, written or verbal instructions.
• Start and maintain necessary documentation, records, and information
• Provide detailed feedback as appropriate during prototype activities

Basic Requirements :

• Associates degree -or-
• At least 3 years of technical truck / automotive experience OR at least 5 years of Class 4-8 Truck Experience

Desired Skills :

• Previous mechanic experience involving truck and engine assembly, repair, and fabrication. Strong mechanical aptitude
• Vehicle experience that includes some of the following : commercial vehicles, off-highway vehicles, agriculture vehicles, and / or passenger vehicles.
• Alternative fuels, including EV (electric vehicles), and / or Propane
• Experience with Cummins / Allison / Eaton / Duramax
• Training / Education as a Truck mechanic, as a Diesel Engine mechanic
• Welding fabrication with Tig, Mig, Stick, Oxy-Acetylene Welding skills & plasma cutting
• Electrical troubleshooting and diagnostics; knowledge of multimeter and / or module programming
• Prior dealership or fleet service experience
• ASE Certifications
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint

Assumptions :

Incumbent will provide tools for their use on the job; Company will have access to specialty equipment

Company Description

Established in 1953, Kett Engineering is a leader in the Automotive Test and Personnel Services industry. Our goal is to provide our Automotive and OEM customers with superior service.

The strength and success of Kett clearly comes from the people behind the organization. Our workforce is comprised of dedicated, talented and hard working individuals with years of industry experience.

If you have an interest in automotive technology industry, a passion for excellence and a desire to exceed expectations then, we want you on are our team!

Company Description

Established in 1953, Kett Engineering is a leader in the Automotive Test and Personnel Services industry. Our goal is to provide our Automotive and OEM customers with superior service.

r n r nThe strength and success of Kett clearly comes from the people behind the organization. Our workforce is comprised of dedicated, talented and hard working individuals with years of industry experience.

r n r nIf you have an interest in automotive technology industry, a passion for excellence and a desire to exceed expectations then, we want you on are our team!