Diesel Mechanic | Port of Savannah

TICO (Terminal Investment Corporation); Savannah (GA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in truck transportation is seeking a Diesel Mechanic for their Savannah location. This full-time role offers a competitive pay range of $24-$28/hr, excellent benefits, and opportunities for advancement. Ideal candidates should have a strong work ethic and preferably 2+ years of experience in heavy truck repair or automotive maintenance. Join a team that values safety, quality, and growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Flexible spending

Sign on bonus

Qualifications

• Preferably 2+ years of experience in heavy truck repair.
• Experience in automotive maintenance and repair.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
• Perform inspection, diagnosis, and repair of various vehicle systems.
• Utilize computer software diagnostic systems.

Skills

Good attitude

Willingness to learn

Strong work ethic

Education

Completion of a diesel or automotive tech program

Job description

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TICO (Terminal Investment Corporation) provided pay range

This range is provided by TICO (Terminal Investment Corporation). Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$24.00/hr - $28.00/hr

Tico is hiring Mechanics, All Skill Levels / All Shifts at our site in Savannah, GA. This position is typically an 8-hour shift, with occasional overtime. Great pay, benefits, sign on bonus, and lots of room for growth! 95% of our fleet are trucks built at our plant in Ridgeland, S.C. They all have the same power package and driveline, making training easier for mechanics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
• Perform inspection, diagnosis, and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, A/C, steering, cooling, DPF, brake, and air systems on vehicles and equipment.
• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance services.
• Utilize computer software diagnostic systems to interpret failure modes and initiate or assign repairs.
• Complete required paperwork using fleet maintenance software, documenting parts usage and repair times.
• Review, complete, or assign repairs.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with standards.
• Follow safety procedures and communicate repair needs effectively.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will possess preferably 2+ years of experience in:

• Heavy truck repair
• Heavy, medium-duty, or farm equipment repair
• Forklift or construction equipment repair
• Automotive maintenance and repair
• Completion of a diesel or automotive tech program

Good attitude, willingness to learn, and strong work ethic are preferred qualities.

Must maintain your own tool set (company-provided tool program available).

We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, long-term disability, life insurance, 401K, and opportunities for advancement. For more information, visit www.ticotractors.com or call 910-338-4101.

Tico is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Truck Transportation