Diesel Mechanic - FT

Jimmy Jazz; Florida; On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability Coverage

401K with company match

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Days and Holidays

Paid Training and Continuing Education

Job summary

Orlando Freightliner is seeking a skilled Mobile Road Service Technician to diagnose and repair heavy‑duty trucks on-site, including on-board computer checks and diagnostics. Expect travel to customer locations to service fleets, with duties ranging from engine work to electrical and brake system repairs.

The role requires 2 years of heavy‑duty truck experience, a valid Florida Driver's License, and a strong diagnostic mindset.

Qualifications

• Diagnostic and practical problem-solving skills.
• Neat and organized approach to work and reporting procedures.
• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and diagnoses trucks and other vehicles on the road by reading job orders and inspecting the vehicle.
• Diagnose symptoms using listening, observation, and onboard computer data.
• Install ignition systems, align wheels, service A/C, transmissions, or overhaul systems as needed.
• Overhaul engines or rebuild diesel engines and inspect safety devices.
• Perform DOT examinations and ensure vehicles are road-ready.
• Record activities, secure parts, and present invoices; assist junior techs.

Job description

• Location 2455 S ORANGE BLOSSOM TRL,Apopka, FL, 32703-1873,United States
• Base Pay $30.00 - $45.00 / Hour
• Job Category Road Service, Mobile Technician
• Employee Type Full-Time Exempt
• Required Degree High school
• Travel 100%

Contact information

Description

SUMMARY

Repairs and diagnoses trucks and other vehicles in a location remote from a service bay (on the road), by performing the following duties.

Company service vehicle to be used during working hours.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Reads job order, observes and listens to truck in operation, considers customers'

complaints to determine malfunction and to plan work procedures.

Diagnosis various symptoms by looking, listening, feeling, and by plugging in computer

module to download data concerning truck's operating history

May install new ignition systems, aligns front wheels, air conditioning, transmission and

may perform axle repair or overhauls systems, changes or recharges batteries, and other

parts. May overhaul or otherwise rebuild diesel engines

Examines protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices on trucks, and makes

adjustments. Performs DOT examinations to ensure truck is road ready

Rebuilds engines, transmissions, rears, and other mechanical parts

Repairs trucks and other vehicles, by changing parts, topping fluid levels, and other

functions in order to provide customers with fully functioning vehicles

Removes faulty units from vehicles, disassembles and replaces worn and broken parts

Assists less skilled technicians with troubleshooting

Records activities; secures and accounts for parts; and presents invoices

Requirements

Must have a valid Florida Drivers License and good driving record.

2 years of experience working on heavy duty trucks and diesel engines

Diagnostic and practical problem- solving skills.

Necessary tools

A neat and organized approach to work and reporting procedures

Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Summary

Orlando Freightliner is so much more than a heavy and medium truck dealership, with an award-winning service and parts center located in Central Florida. We're a company rooted in a commitment to provide GREAT SERVICE that delivers premium solutions for your company's commercial vehicle needs, whether it's a Freightliner truck, an Isuzu box truck, or a pre-owned semi-truck. Our commitment to GREAT SERVICE does not end with the purchase of your truck or van, it is only the beginning.

Employee Benefits at all of The Florida Truck Group Companies

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability Coverage
• 401K, plus company matching
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Days and Holidays
• Paid Training and Continuing Education (certain departments)