Diesel Mechanic

Salem Leasing; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms & safety shoes

Competitive pay

Employee referral bonuses

Training with pay raises

Health, dental, vision, life & disable

Paid birthday, vacation & holidays

Education reimbursement

Quality safety awards

Sign on bonus

Job summary

Salem Leasing in Georgia is seeking Diesel Mechanics to repair trucks, trailers, and other vehicles. You will work in a fast-paced shop environment dedicated to safety and quality workmanship.

The role requires hands-on experience with diesel maintenance, brakes, transmissions, and routine service, with training and advancement opportunities available. We offer uniforms, a comprehensive benefits package, and a sign-on bonus to attract skilled technicians.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year recent medium/heavy diesel maintenance experience.
• Must have own hand tools.
• Basic computer skills.
• CDL license preferred.
• Good driving record & proven work history.
• Must be able to work in extreme heat & cold temperatures.
• Diagnostic experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Examine vehicles to determine extent of damage or malfunctions.
• Repair, reline, replace & adjust brakes.
• Review work orders and discuss work with supervisors.
• Follow checklists to ensure all important parts are examined & other potentially troublesome areas.
• Plan work procedures using charts, technical manuals & experience.
• Communicate with driver to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems.
• Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services.
• Repair manual & automatic transmissions.
• Replace & adjust headlights.
• Comply with all safety, DOT & OSHA guidelines.
• Adhere to company rules & regulations.
• Ensure cleanliness of shop & surrounding areas.

Skills

Diagnosing issues

Manual dexterity

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Overview

Salem Leasing is hiring Diesel Mechanics to repair trucks, trailers, and other vehicles. Salem Leasing's reputation for transportation excellence is built on a commitment to people – especially our shop and fleet maintenance technicians who keep us in motion. With more than 55 years of experience and 40 full-service shop locations in the Southeast, we have a wide variety of career options to fit your life and earning needs.

Responsibilities

• Examine vehicles to determine extent of damage or malfunctions
• Repair, reline, replace & adjust brakes
• Review work orders and discuss work with supervisors
• Follow checklists to ensure all important parts are examined & other potentially troublesome areas
• Plan work procedures using charts, technical manuals & experience
• Communicate with driver to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems
• Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services
• Repair manual & automatic transmissions
• Replace & adjust headlights
• Comply with all safety, DOT & OSHA guidelines
• Adhere to company rules & regulations
• Ensure cleanliness of shop & surrounding areas

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year recent medium/heavy diesel maintenance experience
• Must have own hand tools
• Basic computer skills
• CDL license preferred
• Good driving record & proven work history
• Must be able to work in extreme heat & cold temperatures
• Diagnostic experience is a plus

Benefits

• Uniforms/safety shoe program
• Pay negotiable and varies based on location and experience
• Employee referral bonuses
• Company-sponsored skills training with pay increases
• Health / Dental / Vision / Company paid life / disability
• Excellent pay
• Paid birthday, vacation and holidays from date of hire
• Education reimbursement program
• Quality safety awards
• Sign on bonus for new hires

Application

Bring your skills to a fleet with a well-deserved reputation for excellence – Salem Leasing! Apply today!