Diesel mechanic helper vs shop technician

Differences between diesel mechanic helper and shop technician duties and responsibilities

Diesel mechanic helper example responsibilities.

• Accomplish several other kenworth basic training modules.Skills UsedProblem solving, mechanical aptitude, and efficient workmanship.
• Raise heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
• Raise trucks, buses, and heavy parts or equipment by using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
• Document repairs, modifications and inspections in accordance with FAA requirements on both paper and in an automate maintenance information database.
• Perform maintenance and repair on Volvo, GMC, and Isuzu trucks, as well as other makes.
• Certify in Peterbilt and Volvo electrical and a/c systems
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Shop technician example responsibilities.

• Work with a recording POS sheets to be transfer to companies expenses.
• Maintain cleanliness of shop to promote organization which contribute to safety for other employees.
• Contribute to the overall cleanliness of the fabrication lab by sweeping, cleaning machinery and arranging scrap materials.
• Assist management with inventory, receiving, POS, window and screen repairs and to assemble power equipment.
• Shop technician and foreman responsible for timely repair and diagnosis of medium to large heavy duty diesel trucks and equipment.
• Diagnose, adjust, repair, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment, such as cranes, and conveyors used in shop.
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