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Knight-Swift Transportation

Largest full-truckload carrier in North America

Diesel Mechanic - Technician

Heavy Duty & Diesel Vehicle MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeOlive Branch, MS, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 3 years of experience with on-the-job training, or a diploma in vehicle maintenance from a vocational or trade school.
  • Must possess the tools required to accomplish the essential job results.
  • A high school diploma or a combination of training and/or experience is required.
  • A driver's license is required.
  • Must be able to read and understand repair manuals and complete tags and repair orders.
  • Must be able to use and learn diagnostic software used on tractors and trailers.
  • Must possess excellent computer skills.
  • Must possess superior customer service skills.
  • Must be physically capable of standing for long periods, bending, crawling, climbing, reaching, lifting heavy objects up to 100 pounds or more depending on the job, and performing repetitive motions with the hands and arms, often in tight spaces; the job requires overall strength, dexterity, and endurance.

Responsibilities

  • Complete quality preventative maintenance inspections and repairs on company-owned equipment, including tractors, trailers, refrigerated units, and support equipment.
  • Inspect equipment to identify damaged or faulty internal and external components in accordance with company, original equipment manufacturer, and Department of Transportation specifications, and perform preventative maintenance to applicable specifications.
  • Repair or replace standard internal and external body components, including cab, body panels, glass, mirrors, restraints, safety devices, radio, upholstery, telematics, and steering and suspension systems, to maximize equipment safety on public roads.
  • Inspect, analyze, troubleshoot, diagnose, and perform minor or complex repairs on equipment.
  • Disassemble, repair, and reassemble heavy truck and trailer components, including refrigerated units, diesel engines, transmissions, axles, and other components or systems.
  • Perform offsite repairs, including minor to mid-level roadside breakdowns as directed by leadership, and perform tire maintenance, including repairs, failure analysis, coding, and identification.
  • Test-drive equipment if certified, when required.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
  • May provide daily oversight to assigned mechanics to ensure productivity and quality goals are achieved.
  • May provide mechanics with guidance related to diagnostics and repair processes and procedures.
  • Proactively assist others in achieving the organization's objectives.

About the Company

Knight-Swift Transportation

Largest full-truckload carrier in North America

Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc. is an asset-based trucking company in North America that moves large volumes of freight with its own trucks and drivers, offering regional, intermodal, and dedicated carrier options. It operates an integrated network where freight is moved across vast areas using standardized routing, safety and compliance programs, and data-driven optimization to improve on-time delivery and efficiency. The merger of Knight Transportation and Swift Transportation created the largest full truckload carrier in North America, giving it scale, broad service coverage, stable capacity, and access to more competitive pricing as well as safety and sustainability initiatives. Its goal is to maintain industry leadership by providing reliable, safe, and efficient freight movement across a wide network while pursuing growth and continuous service improvements.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Phoenix, AZ
Founded
1990

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