Diesel Mechanic

Tralo-Companies; Owatonna (MN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

IRA match

Job summary

TraLo Inc. in Owatonna, MN is seeking a dependable Diesel Mechanic to maintain and repair semi trucks and trailers, ensuring safe, road-ready operation and minimal downtime.

You will diagnose diesel engines and related systems, perform preventative maintenance, and troubleshoot issues with strong diagnostic skills. CDL is preferred but not required; Minnesota DOT certification also preferred; own tools required; reliable and able to work independently.

Qualifications

• Diesel mechanic experience (semi experience preferred).
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
• CDL preferred, but not required.
• Minnesota DOT certification preferred, but not required.
• Must have your own tools.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair diesel trucks and trailers.
• Perform work on engines, brakes, electrical systems, and related components.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and determine root causes.
• Complete preventative maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Ensure all equipment is safe and road-ready.

Skills

Diesel engine repair

Diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Safety inspection

Independent work

Job description

Diesel MechanicReliable | Skilled | Problem SolverLocation: Owatonna, MNPay: $28–$35/hour, based on experience — plus steady overtime available (many of our technicians run 45–58 hours/week, putting total annual earnings well above $70,000, with some technicians earning over $100,000)Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 3% IRA matchAbout TraLoTraLo Inc. is a family-owned transportation company based in Owatonna, Minnesota, specializing in freight and logistics solutions across the U.S. and Canada. With expertise in oversized and specialty loads, we're dedicated to safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Our collaborative, professional work environment supports personal and team growth, ensuring we deliver reliable and innovative logistics services every time.About the RoleWe are seeking a dependable and experienced Diesel Mechanic to join our team. This role focuses on maintaining and repairing semi trucks and trailers to ensure safe and efficient operation.ResponsibilitiesDiagnose and repair diesel trucks and trailersPerform work on engines, brakes, electrical systems, and related componentsTroubleshoot mechanical issues and determine root causesComplete preventative maintenance to minimize downtimeEnsure all equipment is safe and road-readyQualificationsDiesel mechanic experience (semi experience preferred)Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skillsCDL preferred, but not requiredMinnesota DOT certification preferred, but not requiredMust have your own toolsReliable and able to work independently