Fleet Mechanic and Future Shop Manager

ZipRecruiter; Hamburg; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A growing refrigerated carrier is seeking a Fleet Mechanic / Diagnostic Specialist in Hamburg. This role involves performing preventive maintenance and diagnostics on Class 8 trucks and reefer trailers. Candidates should have strong diagnostic skills and reliability. Opportunities exist for career development into a management role as the company expands. Competitive pay and a new state-of-the-art facility are included.

Leistungen

Competitive pay

New state-of-the-art facility

Career growth opportunities

Qualifikationen

• Proven diesel mechanic experience with Class 8 trucks and reefer trailers.
• Strong diagnostic skills, especially with electrical and emissions systems.
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and safety-driven.

Aufgaben

• Perform preventive maintenance inspections and keep equipment DOT-compliant.
• Diagnose and repair transmissions, clutches, and electrical systems.
• Collaborate with ownership to help shape the shop's procedures and efficiency.

Kenntnisse

Diesel mechanic experience

Diagnostic skills with electrical systems

Reliability and attention to detail

Tools

Basic hand tools

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

Fleet Mechanic / Diagnostic Specialist – Future Shop Manager

Location: Hamburg / Allentown, PA

Company: Golden Key Express LLC

Golden Key Express LLC, a growing refrigerated carrier with 35+ trucks and trailers, is seeking a Fleet Mechanic and Diagnostic Specialist to join our team. This is not just a job — it’s an opportunity to build the foundation of our in-house shop team and grow into a Shop Manager role as we expand.

We are currently building a state-of-the-art terminal and repair facility in Hamburg, PA, designed to make preventative maintenance and diagnostics efficient, safe, and streamlined.

Position Overview

The Fleet Mechanic / Diagnostic Specialist will:

• Perform preventive maintenance inspections (PMI) and keep equipment DOT-compliant
• Diagnose and repair transmissions, clutches, suspensions, electrical systems, and emissions (DPF/DEF) components
• Carry out routine services including oil changes, brakes, and suspension repairs
• Work on Kenworth, Volvo, Freightliner tractors and Carrier/Thermo King refrigerated trailers
• Collaborate with ownership to help shape the shop’s procedures, efficiency, and standards

Note: Major engine rebuilds and heavy internal engine work will be sent to dealerships. Our focus is diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and core fleet repairs.

Requirements

• Proven diesel mechanic experience (Class 8 trucks & reefer trailers)
• Strong diagnostic skills, especially with electrical & emissions systems
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and safety-driven
• Must provide basic hand tools (company provides specialty tools)
• CDL license but not required
• Leadership potential and interest in growing into a management role

What We Offer

• Pay: $35/hour (with verified experience)
• Environment: Easy-paced, focused on fleet-only work
• Facility: New state-of-the-art terminal & shop under development
• Career Path: Opportunity to grow into Shop Manager as the team expands
• Stability: Work for a family-owned, rapidly expanding company with long-term vision