Diesel Mechanic

Swift Transportation; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tool & boot purchase

Overtime pay

Paid time off

Quarterly bonus

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

FSA

Training

Pet insurance

Holiday pay

Stock purchase plan

Employee discounts

EAP

Uniforms w/ laundry

Job summary

Swift Transportation is seeking a Diesel Fleet Mechanic in Temple, TX to perform preventative maintenance and repairs on company tractors, trailers, and related equipment. You will diagnose issues, perform complex repairs, and ensure compliance with OEM and DOT specifications while maintaining a safe work environment.

Ideal candidates have an entry-level knowledge of vehicle systems, strong customer service, and the ability to read repair manuals and use diagnostic software.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.
• Must pass a comprehensive background check.
• Pre-employment hair drug screening required.

Responsibilities

• Complete preventative maintenance inspections and repairs on tractors, trailers, and related equipment.
• Perform maintenance to OEM, DOT, and KNX specifications.
• Diagnose, repair, and reassemble heavy truck and trailer components.
• Maintain tire maintenance including repairs and analysis.
• Conduct offsite repairs as directed by leadership.
• Keep work area clean and safe at all times.
• Support teammates to meet organizational objectives.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Background check

Hair drug screening

Job description

Diesel Fleet Mechanic

Location: 3920 Wendland Rd. Temple, TX 76504

Pay: $22 - $30

Shift: Sunday - Wednesday 6PM-6AM rotating days 4,3,3,4

Requirements

• Valid Drivers License
• Comprehensive Background Check
• Pre-employment Hair Test drug screening

What we offer our Diesel Mechanics:

• Tool / Boot Purchase Program
• Overtime Rate Eligible
• Paid Time Off (2 weeks accrued first year)
• Quarterly Bonus (Potential quarterly bonus pay based on company performance.)
• 401(K)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Supplemental and Life Insurance, Health and Dependent FSA
• Continual shop technician web/ hands‑on training
• Pet Insurance
• Eligible for Immediate holiday pay
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Uniforms w/ laundry service

Accelerate your Career!

At Swift, our greatest asset is OUR PEOPLE! We strive to be the best and give our best every day. We are passionate about learning and cultivating an environment of safety, honesty and mutual respect. We are a family where everyone has a voice and plays an essential role in our overall success and the success of our drivers. Your voice and perspective matter at Swift Transportation. We understand that you are the subject matter expert, and we trust you to ideate and execute those ideas based on the best interest of the company.

Be a part of something bigger. Be a part of the #1 full truckload carrier in the nation. Be a part of Swift Transportation.

Job Responsibilities: What you will do

Complete a quality preventative maintenance inspection and repairs on all company owned equipment, to include tractors, trailers, refrigerated units and support equipment.

• Perform preventative maintenance on all equipment to appropriate specifications (OEM, DOT, KNX, etc).
• Inspect, analyze, troubleshoot, diagnose and perform minor and/or complex repairs for all equipment.
• Disassemble, repair and re‑assemble of Heavy Truck & Trailer components; including but not limited to; refrigerated units, diesel engines, transmissions, axles and any other components or systems.
• Perform tire maintenance to include: repairs, failure analysis, coding, identification.
• Perform offsite repairs to include minor to mid level roadside breakdowns as directed by leadership.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Proactively work to assist others in achieving the organization’s objectives.

Qualifications: What you need to bring

• Entry-level knowledge of vehicle systems and basic vehicle maintenance preferred.
• Demonstrated/proven superior customer service skills.
• Ability to read and understand repair manuals, understanding and ability to complete/fill tags and repair orders.
• Ability to use and learn various diagnostic software used on tractor/trailers.
• Must possess excellent computer skills.

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of 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.