Diesel Mechanic Technician
About the job
- Have at least 3 years of experience working as a diesel mechanic, fleet mechanic, or heavy equipment mechanic, at a strong B-level technician level.
- Have experience or formal training diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining Class 1–7 diesel tractors.
- Hold a valid Class A or B commercial driver license, or be able to acquire one with assistance from the employer's trainer.
- Have hand tools.
- Be able to work Monday through Friday from 1:30 PM to 10:00 PM.
- Perform routine preventive maintenance and general reconditioning of Class 1 through Class 8 vehicles.
- Diagnose, document, and repair engine fault codes using company-supplied original equipment manufacturer software and follow proper warranty procedures.
- Repair or replace brakes, steering components, and suspension, and perform alignments.
- Perform maintenance and diagnostics on ThermoKing refrigerated units.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Experience working on ThermoKing refrigerated units is ideal.
- Having 608 Certification is ideal.
About the company
Miller Transportation Group leases, rents and sells vehicles and operates transportation services for businesses and individuals. Its truck business supplies equipment from vans to tractor-trailers, maintains fleets and sells used vehicles, while its dealerships sell and service cars and light trucks. Dedicated transportation contracts combine vehicles, drivers, fuel, insurance and operating support, and brokerage services arrange freight capacity through other carriers. The group earns revenue from vehicle sales, leases, rentals, maintenance and transportation contracts across its related businesses. Founded in 1912, it serves customers through a network centered on the northeastern United States.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
N/A
Founded
1912
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Technicians receive licensing support: the Jersey City mechanic role offers trainer assistance for obtaining a commercial driver license.
- Sales staff receive travel support: the Syracuse leasing role includes a monthly car allowance.
- Leases create continuing service work: Miller bundles scheduled maintenance, labor, parts, tires and roadside support into full-service contracts.
What critics are saying
- In Jersey City, mechanics work evenings: the advertised shift runs Monday-Friday, 1:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- Commissions make earnings variable: the Syracuse account-manager vacancy advertises $60,000-$70,000 base versus $150,000-plus on-target earnings.
- Mobile repairs require travel: Albany technicians cover customer sites within a 50-60-mile radius and supply hand tools.
What makes Miller Transportation Group unique
- Refrigeration service has certified expertise: Miller provides Thermo King and Carrier support alongside its refrigerated fleet.
- Maintenance moves to customer sites: Miller builds captive shops with its own technicians and managed parts inventory.
- Fleet oversight is built in: dedicated operations include Geotab tracking, integrated dispatch, compliance systems and driver reporting.
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