Automotive Service & RepairHeavy Duty & Diesel Vehicle Maintenance
About the job
Requirements
A high school diploma or GED is required.
A valid driver's license and the ability to meet insurance requirements are required.
A Class B commercial driver's license with an air brake endorsement is preferred; a Class A commercial driver's license is highly preferred.
A certificate from a diesel technician training school or at least four years of mechanical medium- or heavy-duty truck service experience in a shop setting or military installation is required.
Candidates must have their own tools; the company provides specialty and original equipment manufacturer-required tooling for shared on-site use.
Candidates must participate in a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
Responsibilities
Perform consistent, high-quality work according to original equipment manufacturer, warranty, and dealership standards.
Read repair orders; observe and listen to vehicle operation; obtain diagnostic information; identify the root cause of malfunctions; plan work procedures; and perform authorized repairs.
Perform general and major repairs on truck systems, including engines, transmissions, suspension, brakes, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, and electronics.
Document diagnostic findings, repair status, and work performed using Service Notes to support customer communication and warranty processing.
Coordinate with the Parts department to obtain and verify necessary parts, and with the Shop Foreman and Service Administration team regarding status updates or requests.
Perform quality checks on all work performed.
Road-test vehicles to confirm repairs resolve customer complaints.
Desired Qualifications
Welding and fabrication skills are a plus.
Job Description
Truck Centers, Inc. is continually growing, and that means we have an ongoing need for Service Technicians and Certified Diesel Mechanics of varying experience to join our team. As a Diesel Mechanic, you are a vital part of our Service department and essential to getting our customers back on the road.
Shift Available:
Friday-Sunday, 6am-6pm (which comes with a shift differential)
*** We are pleased to offer up to $7,500 Signing Bonus for qualified technicians***
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Perform consistent, high-quality work according to OEM, warranty, and dealership standards.
Read repair orders, observe and listen to vehicle operation, obtain diagnostics information, identify root cause malfunctions, plan work procedures, and perform necessary repairs on a vehicle as authorized.
Perform general and major repair of all truck systems including, engine, transmission, suspension, brakes, HVAC, electronics, and more.
Write thorough, organized documentation of diagnostic findings, repair status, and work performed using Service Notes to aid customer communication and warranty processing.
Communicate with Parts department to obtain and verify necessary parts as well as Shop Foreman and Service Administration team regarding status updates or requests.
Perform quality checks of all work performed.
Road test vehicles to ensure the repairs performed have resolved the customer's complaint(s).
Qualifications
What We're Looking For:
High School Diploma or GED
Valid Driver's License with ability to meet insurance requirements is required
Class B CDL with air brake endorsement preferred; Class A CDL highly preferred
Certificate from a diesel tech training school or a minimum of 4 years mechanical medium- or heavy-duty truck service experience in a shop setting or military installation
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and commitment to providing quality work
Welding and fabrication skills are a plus
Candidates must have their own tools; TCI provides specialty and OEM-required tooling for on-site, communal use
Must participate in a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Pay Range: $27.02 - $40.52 per hour with flat rate pay and yearly performance reviews available. This shift will also have a shift differential for working the weekend.
401(k) with company match
Health insurance with 3 plan options to choose from
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid time off including paid volunteer time
Disability insurance
FSA and HSA options
Company paid Life and AD&D insurance
Maternity leave
Employee assistance program
Wellness program
Company paid uniforms
OEM and vendor certification training at no cost through our state-of-the-art Training Center at our Troy & South Bend campuses to maintain your certifications and obtain new ones
Company paid PPE program
Tool insurance at no cost
Company-supplied specialty tooling
Additional Information
Truck Centers, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
We believe in the Hire to Retire philosophy and invest in individuals that we believe will be valuable assets to TCI and our customers for years to come. Thus, we want to help you live well through personal and professional growth plus a multitude of benefits.