Diesel Mechanic

Saia Inc.; Toledo (OH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Saia Inc. is seeking a Diesel Mechanic responsible for performing maintenance and repair tasks on various heavy-duty vehicles. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, along with two years of diesel mechanic experience, and proficiency in diagnostic software. The role includes troubleshooting vehicle systems and documenting tasks, ensuring well-functioning machinery post-repair.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Great benefits

Qualifications

• 2 years of diesel mechanic experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance, repair, and diagnostics on vehicles and equipment.
• Diagnoses failures and repairs mechanical and electric systems.
• Collaborates with business partners for training on complex repairs.

Skills

Proficiency in diagnostic software

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Ready To Go Further?
Saia is a different kind of logistics and transportation company. We do things the right way. You‘ll see it in our commitment to our people, customers, and community. You‘ll feel it in the support you get on day one – from leadership and from your team. A job with Saia is packed with opportunity – from learning new skills and advancing to competitive compensation and great benefits. It's all here and it’s exactly what going further is all about.

Position Summary

Performs a range of maintenance, repair, and diagnostic tasks on various vehicles and equipment.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintains systems and parts associated with class 6, 7, and 8 powered tractors.
• Diagnoses failures and repairs the vehicle's mechanical, electric, and systems.
• Uses hydraulic jacks to gain access underneath vehicles.
• Assists in the replacements of engines, transmissions, differentials, and springs.
• Troubleshoots the repairs of heavy-duty truck engines, braking, electrical, and exhaust systems.
• Documents and repairs, inspections, and maintenance tasks.
• Collaborates with business partners for training and assistance on complex repairs and tasks.
• Tests vehicles after repairs and maintenance to ensure they're functioning properly.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2 years of diesel mechanic experience.
• Proficiency in diagnostic software.

Pay Rate: 29.50 - 34.00 per hour, based on experience

Benefits
At Saia, your success is our success! That’s why we work hard to provide you with what you need to build an awesome career. We are committed to rewarding superior employee performance so that when you work hard, your achievements won’t go unnoticed.

Make Your Move
At Saia, our people are the reason we’ve been successful for over a century in the industry. Together, we’ve created a positive culture that’s driven by our core values – like dignity and respect, a customer-first approach, safety and more. With hundreds of terminals across the country and growing, we’re always looking for more collaborative and motivated individuals to join our team. So, if you’re ready to put your career on a solid path, let’s go further.

Saia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.