Diesel Mechanic

6 Degrees Search; Harbor Beach (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

PTO

401k Match

Relocation lump sum

Job summary

6 Degrees Search in Harbor Beach, MI is seeking an experienced Diesel Mechanic to join our Service Department. The role focuses on diagnosing diesel truck issues, performing major repairs, and applying performance modifications with emphasis on Duramax engines.

You will own jobs from inspection through testing and final release, while maintaining quality control to DHD standards. Join our shop to mentor teammates, improve diagnostic methods, and contribute to a passionate aftermarket performance

Qualifications

• 3+ years diagnosing and repairing diesel trucks, vehicles, or heavy equipment.
• Strong diagnostic ability across mechanical and electronic systems.
• Certifications are preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose complex mechanical, electrical, fuel, air, cooling, and drivability issues.
• Perform major repairs, preventive maintenance, component installations, and approved performance modifications.
• Develop repair strategies using diagnostic data, service information, technical specifications, and hands-on experience.
• Own assigned jobs from initial inspection through testing, documentation, and final release.
• Provide technical guidance to other technicians and help improve shop procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of findings, labor, test results, parts, approvals, and completion status.

Skills

Diesel diagnostics

Mechanical & electrical systems

Job description

Do you like Diesel Truck Performance?

We are looking for an experienced Diesel Mechanic to work in our Service Department in Harbor Beach, MI (Top of the thumb).

This role is built for someone with strong diesel expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to solve difficult mechanical problems without constant direction. You’ll handle advanced diagnostics, major repairs, performance modifications, and quality control across diesel trucks with a heavy focus on Duramax. The company has its own machine shop, line of custom parts and is an exciting place to work. Join an aftermarket performance shop where you can love what you do!

Responsibilities

• Diagnose complex mechanical, electrical, fuel, air, cooling, and drivability issues.
• Perform major repairs, preventive maintenance, component installations, and approved performance modifications.
• Develop repair strategies using diagnostic data, service information, technical specifications, and hands-on experience.
• Identify root causes instead of replacing parts based on symptoms.
• Own assigned jobs from initial inspection through testing, documentation, and final release.
• Evaluate additional findings, explain recommended work, and identify when customer authorization is required.
• Perform final quality-control checks and confirm that completed work meets DHD standards.
• Prevent repeat failures and comebacks through disciplined diagnosis, installation, and validation.
• Provide technical guidance to other technicians when needed.
• Help improve shop procedures, diagnostic methods, workflow, and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate records of findings, labor, test results, parts, approvals, and completion status.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience diagnosing and repairing diesel trucks, vehicles, or heavy equipment.
• Strong diagnostic ability across mechanical and electronic systems.
• Experience with R&R for engines/transmissions
• Certifications are preferred, but not required

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive Salary Range $35-45/hr
• OT at 1.5
• Health Insurance
• PTO
• 401k Match
• Relocation lump sum is available for those that qualify