Heavy Duty & Diesel Vehicle Maintenance·Confirmed live in the last 24 hours·
Full-timeGary, IN, USA$24In-person
About the Job
Requirements
Hands-on experience in fleet, truck, trailer, or heavy equipment maintenance.
Working knowledge of tires, brakes, air systems, and basic electrical systems.
Must have their own hand tools.
Must be able to stand, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds, and use required personal protective equipment in a shop environment with exposure to noise, fumes, and outdoor temperatures.
Responsibilities
Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, lubrication, and fluid service.
Service tires, wheel ends, and brakes, including adjustments and air-system checks.
Repair trailers, lighting, wiring, and basic electrical issues.
Document each job in Fullbay, including the complaint, findings, parts, labor, and correction.
Assist Diesel Mechanics with engine, transmission, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, and drivetrain repairs.
Self-check and test work, and stop and flag anything that is unsafe.
Desired Qualifications
A commercial driver's license.
Experience with Fullbay or other shop management software.
ASE or Department of Transportation inspection certification.
Mechanic | Gary, IN (In person) | Starting pay at $24.00 goes up with experience
About AFC
At AFC, you're a name, not a number. We're a family-owned, women-owned transportation and logistics company headquartered in Tampa, FL, moving freight nationwide through our asset and brokerage operations. We're growing fast and building our own AI-powered operating platform, not just buying tools. We promote from within, and our leadership knows your name. If you want to build something, not just fill a seat, you'll fit in here.
The role
You'll keep AFC's tractors and trailers safe, documented, and ready to roll out of our Gary shop. You'll report to the Shop Operations Manager and work alongside our Diesel Mechanics. Success means quality repairs done right the first time, clean work orders, and a growing skill set that moves you up our technician ladder.
What you'll do
Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, lubrication, and fluid service
Service tires, wheel ends, and brakes, including adjustments and air-system checks
Repair trailers, lighting, wiring, and basic electrical issues
Document every job in Fullbay: complaint, findings, parts, labor, and correction
Assist Diesel Mechanics on engine, transmission, HVAC, and drivetrain repairs
Self-check and test your work, and stop and flag anything that isn't safe
What you bring
Hands-on experience in fleet, truck, trailer, or heavy equipment maintenance
Working knowledge of tires, brakes, air systems, and basic electrical
Your own hand tools
Attention to detail and a safety-first mindset
Willingness to learn from senior technicians and grow your skills
Nice to have
CDL
Fullbay or other shop management software experience
ASE or DOT inspection certification
What you get
Competitive pay starting at $24.00
Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k), with coverage starting the first of the month after 60 days
80 hours of PTO per year
Weekly pay
A clear path to grow, with leaders who know your name
Where you'll work
Gary, IN terminal. Full-time, on site in the shop.
Physical demands
Work is performed in a shop environment with exposure to noise, fumes, and outdoor temperatures. Requires standing, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs, and use of required PPE.
AFC Transport is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities. This description is not a contract of employment; employment with AFC is at-will. Duties may change based on business needs.