Diesel Mechanic

Australia-Employment; Commerce (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot in Commerce, CA is seeking a Diesel Mechanic with 2–4+ years of hands-on experience. You will diagnose, repair, and overhaul heavy-duty diesel trucks and transport refrigeration equipment, primarily Thermo King and Carrier units. On-site position offering strong benefits and room for growth.

You must provide your own basic hand and pneumatic tools; a California Class A or B license is a plus. Certifications like Thermo King/Carrier and EPA refrigerant handling are a plus.

Qualifications

• 2 to 4+ years hands-on experience with heavy-duty diesel trucks.
• Experience with transport refrigeration equipment is a plus.
• EPA refrigerant handling certification a plus.
• Thermo King or Carrier certifications a plus.
• California Driver's License, Class A/B a plus.

Responsibilities

• Refrigeration Diagnostics: Troubleshoot, repair, and overhaul transport refrigeration systems (Thermo King/Carrier).
• Refrigerant Handling: Recover, evacuate, and recharge refrigerant systems per EPA guidelines.
• Diesel & Mechanical Repair: Diagnose/repair diesel engines, brakes, suspension, steering, wiring on Class 7/8 trucks.
• Preventative Maintenance: Oil changes, belt replacements, safety checks.
• DOT Inspections: Conduct federal/state inspections with precise documentation.

Skills

Heavy-duty diesel trucks

Transport refrigeration equipment

EPA refrigerant handling

Diagnostic tools

Tools

Personal hand and pneumatic tools

Diagnostic software

Job description

Diesel Mechanic

$35 - $50 per hour | Commerce, CA | On-site | Permanent

Diesel Mechanic- Mobile Mechanic / $35-50 an hour depending on Experience / Great Benefits and Room for Growth

A bit about us:

We provide temperature-controlled truckloads, or LTL. We're a asset-based Southern California refrigerated LTL and truckload carrier that provides same-day and next-day service to all points in Southern and Northern California

Why join us?

As a diesel mechanic offers ongoing professional training, a strong team culture, and competitive compensation.

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

• Refrigeration Diagnostics: Troubleshoot, repair, and overhaul transport refrigeration systems (primarily Thermo King and Carrier units).
• Refrigerant Handling: Recover, evacuate, and recharge refrigerant systems following EPA guidelines.
• Diesel & Mechanical Repair: Diagnose and repair diesel engines, air/hydraulic brakes, suspension components, steering systems, and electrical wiring on Class 7 and Class 8 commercial trucks.
• Preventative Maintenance (PM): Perform scheduled vehicle and reefer unit maintenance, oil changes, belt replacements, and multi-point safety checks.
• DOT Inspections: Conduct federal and state-mandated vehicle and trailer inspections, filling out precise electronic documentation.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience: 2 to 4+ years of hands-on experience working on heavy-duty diesel trucks. Experience on transport refrigeration equipment trucks a plus.
• Driver's License: A valid California Driver's License with a clean driving record. (Class A or B commercial license is a plus).
• Tools: Must provide personal standard hand and pneumatic tools; specialized diagnostic software and service vehicle provided by the employer.
• Certifications: Thermo King or Carrier factory certifications and EPA refrigerant certification a plus.
• Soft Skills: Ability to work independently under tight deadlines across congested Los Angeles traffic routes and communicate effectively with dispatch and fleet

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.