Field Heavy‑Duty Diesel Service Technician

G&T Truck & Tanker Repair

Reno, NV

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
ASE, Alternative Fuels, Automotive Repair and Maintenance, Braking Systems, CDL Driver's License, Crane, Diesel Engine, Driver's License, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Forklift, Health Insurance, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, Hydraulic Engineering, Identify Issues, Maintenance - Electrical, Maintenance Services, On Site Support, Order Picking/Packing, Pallet Jack, Problem Solving Skills, Product/Service Launch, Regulations, Safety Process, Telephone Skills, Time Management
LOCATION
Reno, NV
POSTED
3 days ago

Own the open road across Reno as our go‑to field technician

Picture your day: the sun hits the high desert, a dispatch pings your tablet, and you roll out in a company‑provided service truck to a downed tractor‑trailer on I‑80. You arrive calm, triage the issue, tap into vehicle electronics and computer controls, trace a hydraulic or air fault, and get a professional driver rolling again—safely and fast. Between calls, you coordinate with service management on parts, keep your truck stocked, and document each repair with precision. You follow every safety step and DOT regulation without compromise. That’s the rhythm—independent, efficient, accountable—serving Reno, NV and the surrounding region.

If you need constant supervision or tend to struggle when working solo, this isn’t the right role.

Core responsibilities

  • Respond to roadside service calls throughout the Reno, NV area and nearby region
  • Diagnose and repair heavy‑duty trucks, trailers, and equipment in the field
  • Handle mechanical, electrical, air, and hydraulic repair work
  • Perform field inspections and clearly document findings
  • Communicate status and parts needs with service management
  • Maintain your service truck, tools, and on‑hand inventory
  • Adhere to all safety procedures and DOT regulations
  • Complete accurate, timely work orders

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience repairing heavy‑duty trucks or equipment
  • Proven diagnostic and troubleshooting abilities
  • Self‑directed; thrives with minimal supervision
  • Valid driver’s license (CDL preferred)
  • Clean driving record
  • Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Reliable, accountable, and professional demeanor

What you’ll receive

  • Company service truck
  • Company‑paid uniforms
  • Weekly pay
  • Health insurance
  • Paid major holidays
  • Weekends off
  • Steady work with a family‑owned company that respects skilled technicians

Role details

  • Job Type: Full‑time
  • Work Location: In person

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Technical proficiency areas

  • Vehicle Electronics & Computer Controls
  • Diesel Engine Systems
  • Brake & Suspension Systems
  • Alternative Fuel Systems
  • Transmission & Drivetrain Systems
  • Automotive Repair
  • ASE Automobile and Light Truck Certification Tests
  • Engine Repair
  • Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
  • Manual Drive Train and Axles
  • Suspension and Steering
  • Brakes
  • Engine Performance
  • Light Vehicle Diesel Engines
  • Advanced Engine Performance
  • Oil Changes
  • Service
  • Fuel Systems
  • Lift Truck Repair & Maintenance
  • Field Service Readiness
  • Diesel & Heavy Equipment Systems
  • Hydraulic Systems & Components
  • Electrical Systems & Diagnostics (Heavy Equipment)
  • Equipment Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
  • Automotive Repair & Service Systems

Machines & technologies you’ll work around

  • Diesel Engine
  • Automotive Vehicles
  • Diesel Vehicles
  • Sit‑Down Forklift
  • Reach Forklift
  • Cherry Picker (Order Picker)
  • Peterbilt Truck (Peterbilt, Kenworth, Freightliner, Mack)
  • Pallet Jack (Hyster, Toyota, Crown)
  • Box Trucks (Ford, Peterbilt, Kenworth, Freightliner)
  • Power Tools (DeWalt, Makita, Milwaukee, Bosch, Ryobi)
  • Crane
  • Boom Truck
  • Tractor‑Trailer
  • Service Truck
  • Flatbed Truck / Pickup Truck
  • Reach Truck
  • Overhead Crane
  • Forklifts

About the Company

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G&T Truck & Tanker Repair