Diesel Mechanic

DRB Transport; Ithaca (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms

Paid time off

Time and a half pay on major holidays

Call in pay

Full health insurance

Simple IRA

No pay caps

Job summary

DRB Transport in Alma, MI, is seeking an experienced diesel mechanic to perform routine maintenance on semi trucks and 8-axle trailers. You will use diagnostic tools to test components and conduct preventative repairs, with a schedule that includes weekdays and periodic weekend on-call shifts.

Prior heavy-duty diesel experience is required, including knowledge of airbrake systems and suspensions. The role offers entry-level to experienced pay starting at $22 per hour, with potential increases

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a diesel mechanic is required.
• Must know airbrake systems and suspensions.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Deadline- and detail-oriented mindset required.
• Ability to drive a semi-truck in and out of bays.
• Experience using diagnostic tools and software.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine services/maintenance to semi trucks and 8 axle trailers.
• Use diagnostic tools/software to test components.
• Perform preventative maintenance inspections and repairs.

Skills

Heavy duty diesel repair

Airbrake systems

Suspensions

Electrical diagnosis

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Semi-truck driving

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Alma MI. Full time .Schedule - Summer: M-F 6am-3pm. 1 weekend a month (6am-3pm) and 1 weekend on call.Winter: M-F 6am-3pm and 2 weekends per month (6am-3pm).Must have approx 2 years experience in heavy duty dieselrepair with knowledge of suspensions and electrical.

Entry-level pay ranges from $22-$25 p/hr

We offer

• uniforms
• paid time off
• time and half pay on major holidays
• call in pay
• full health insurance
• simple ira
• no pay caps

Responsibilities:

• Perform routine services/maintenance to semi trucks and 8 axle trailers
• Use diagnostic tools/software to test components
• Perform preventative maintenance inspections and repairs

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a diesel mechanic
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Deadline and detail-oriented
• Must know airbrake systems and suspensions
• Electrical diagnosisDrum/disc brakes
• Ability to drive a semi-truck in and out of bay doors
• Ability to use computer programming and diagnostic tools

Requirements:

• Experience is a must (certification will increase wage)
• Trouble shoot engines and emissions
• Understand airbrake systems
• Be able to fix rear ends and transmissions
• We provide you with full time work and no lay offs. Enjoy a consistent schedule that has you home every night.