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Knight-Swift Transportation

Largest full-truckload carrier in North America

Diesel Trailer Mechanic

Heavy Duty & Diesel Vehicle MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeAtlanta, GA, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 1 year of related experience and/or training is required.
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • A driver's license is required.
  • Demonstrated superior customer service skills are required.
  • Ability to read and understand repair manuals and to complete tags and repair orders is required.
  • Ability to use and learn diagnostic software for tractors and trailers is required.
  • Excellent computer skills are required.
  • 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 hand and arm motions, often in tight spaces. Good overall strength, dexterity, and endurance are required.

Responsibilities

  • Complete quality preventive maintenance inspections and repairs on company-owned tractors, trailers, refrigerated units, and support equipment.
  • Perform preventive maintenance on equipment to applicable original equipment manufacturer, Department of Transportation, and company specifications.
  • Inspect, analyze, troubleshoot, diagnose, and perform minor or complex equipment repairs.
  • Disassemble, repair, and reassemble heavy truck and trailer components, including refrigerated units, diesel engines, transmissions, axles, and other components or systems.
  • Assist shop personnel as needed to support a cohesive shop environment centered around learning.
  • Perform tire maintenance as needed, including repairs, failure analysis, coding, and identification.
  • Test drive equipment if certified and required.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
  • May provide daily oversight to assigned mechanics to support productivity and quality goals.
  • May guide mechanics on diagnostic and repair processes and procedures.
  • Proactively assist others in achieving organizational 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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