Diesel Mechanic

Knight Transportation; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Knight Transportation is urgently hiring Diesel Mechanics in Kansas City. The role involves repairing heavy trucks and performing maintenance, offering competitive pay and opportunities for professional development through hands-on training with top manufacturers.

Benefits

Overtime Pay & Quarterly Bonuses

On-The-Job Paid Training

80 hours of Paid Time Off in your first year

Paid Holidays

Uniforms provided with laundry service

Free life Insurance & 401K with Company Matching

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Disability Insurance

Employee Discounts on Various Products and Services

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with on-the-job training preferred.
• Diploma in vehicle maintenance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Repair heavy truck & trailer (semi-class 8).
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment, HVAC, and electrical diagnosing.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Ability to multitask

Team collaboration

Reading repair manuals

Education

High School or equivalent

Diploma in vehicle maintenance from vocational or trade school

Tools

Mechanics tools

Job description

We are urgently hiring Diesel Mechanics to join our team in Kansas City. If you are hardworking and ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

Location : 6840 Kaw Drive Kansas City, KS 66111

Pay : $21 - $36

Requirements

• Valid Drivers License
• Pre-Employment Hair Drug Screen (Marijuana is a disqualification of employment)

Ready to take your skills to the next level? Step into a role where learning never stops. We provide hands-on OEM training with top manufacturers such as Freightliner, International, Volvo, Cummins, and more, giving our Diesel Mechanics the tools to advance their skills and grow their careers in a fleet-focused environment.

What we Offer :

• Overtime Pay & Quarterly Bonuses (up to 4 times a year)
• On-The-Job Paid Training
• 80 hours of Paid Time Off in your first year
• Paid Holidays
• Direct Deposit, Paid Every 2 Weeks
• Uniforms provided with laundry service
• Free life Insurance & 401K with Company Matching
• Discounted Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Discounts on Various Products and Services
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Disability Insurance
• Supplemental & Life Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Additional Qualifications :

• High School or equivalent
• Experience with on-the-job training
• Diploma in vehicle maintenance from vocational or trade school a plus
• Ability to read & understand repair manuals
• Ability to multitask & work as a team
• Must possess the tools required to accomplish the essential job results required

Mechanic Responsibilities :

• Repair heavy truck & trailer (semi-class 8)
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment, HVAC, and Electrical diagnosing
• Perform minor to complex repairs for all types of equipment
• Perform Tire maintenance and repairs
• May be required to test drive equipment if CDL certified
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Maintain a positive & proactive work environment.

Our company is an equal employment opportunity employer and prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

The company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

We look forward to you joining our team!