Diesel Technician

We are seeking a Ford Certified Diesel Service Technician to join our team. The role of the Diesel Mechanic is to perform repairs and maintenance on heavy-duty and medium-duty diesel vehicles in a fast-paced environment. Successful candidates should be motivated and enthusiastic about learning.  Big changes are coming, and we’re building the team to match. D'Orazio Ford is relocating to a highly visible interstate location —creating more traffic, more inventory, and more opportunity than ever before. To support this growth, we’re hiring motivated individuals who want to be part of a fast-moving, forward-thinking dealership on the rise.

Benefits:

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  • Local 701 Union Benefits
  
  
  • Health, Medical and Dental
  
  
  • 401K Plan
  
  
  • Paid time off and vacation
  
  
  • Growth opportunities
  
  
  • Family-owned and operated
  
  
  • Long term job security
  
  
  
  

Responsibilities

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  Provide technical service to vehicles and equipment

  
  


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  Read job order, observe and listen to vehicle in operation to resolve malfunction, and plan work procedures

  
  


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  Follow checklists ensuring all critical parts are examined

  
  


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  Examine protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices on trucks, and adjust as needed

  
  


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  Test-drive vehicles to ensure that they run smoothly

  
  


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  Tag all warranty parts and returns to warranty clerk

  
  


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  Attend training classes and keep tabs on factory technical bulletins

  
  


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  Develop and maintain positive relationships with customers to increase overall customer happiness

  
  


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  Properly complete the service and/or repairs assigned by supervisor

  
  


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  Complete all work according to the applicable safety requirements and published procedures

  
  


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  Participate in, and utilize to the best of one’s abilities, technical training as assigned by management

  
  


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  Maintain your designated workspace in an organized and clean manner

  
  


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  Ensure guest vehicles are returned as clean as they were prior to being serviced

  
  


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  Show the utmost courtesy to all guests, visitors, and dealership personnel

  
  


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  Make every effort to achieve the production objectives set by management

  
  


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  Adhere to manufacturer’s policies and procedures as they relate to labor operations, time, and repair order documentation when performing warranty repairs and torque specifications

  
  


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  Any other duties as outlined by the Service Supervisor and or management

  
  

Qualifications

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  Ford Certification

  
  


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  Previous experience in a Ford dealership is a plus

  
  


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  At least 1 year of Fleet or Dealership experience

  
  


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  High school diploma or equivalent required

  
  


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  ASE certification preferred

  
  


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  CDL certification preferred

  
  


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  Teammate with a strong sense of dedication to the customer and service team

  
  


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  Self-motivated and professional

  
  


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  Possess own tools

  
  

About Us
The D'Orazio family has been a trusted name in the automotive industry since 1976, committed to delivering quality vehicles and exceptional customer service. Located in Wilmington, IL, we pride ourselves on a culture of integrity, teamwork, and innovation. Join us and be part of a company that values dedication and drives success.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.