Diesel Mechanic (Reese)

D.h.t; Reese (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full-time employment

Modern shop

Diagnostic tools

Training & development

Career advancement

Experienced leadership

Benefits package

Company stability

Job summary

DHT is hiring mid-level and skilled Diesel Technicians to join our Reese, Michigan maintenance team. You’ll work with Class 8 trucks and trailers, diagnosing and repairing engines, drivetrains, electrical and braking systems, and performing preventive maintenance.

We value hands-on experience, strong problem-solving abilities, and the willingness to learn and grow within a supportive shop environment. This full-time role offers modern equipment, ongoing training, and opportunities for career

Qualifications

• Hands-on diesel repair experience.
• Experience with Class 8 trucks/trailers.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose.
• Safe use of shop tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and dependable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair engine and drivetrain systems
• Troubleshoot electrical and electronic systems
• Diagnose and repair air and brake systems
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections
• Perform truck and trailer repairs
• Use diagnostic equipment to identify faults
• Determine repairs based on inspection and diagnostic results
• Perform road service and emergency repairs as needed
• Complete repairs safely, accurately, and efficiently
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Skills

Diesel repair

Class 8 trucks

Diagnostics

Electrical systems

Brake systems

Shop tools usage

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Willingness to learn

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Shop tools

On-board diagnostics

Job description

Description

Diesel Technician – Mid-Level & Skilled

Location: Reese, MI
Job Type: Full-Time

Pay: Competitive Pay Based on Experience and Qualifications

Your Toolbox Deserves a Better Home.

DHT is hiring Mid-Level and Skilled Diesel Technicians to join our maintenance team in Reese, Michigan.

We’re looking for technicians with hands‑on experience working on Class 8 trucks and trailers. Whether you’re a developing technician ready to take the next step or an experienced diagnostic technician who can tackle complex repairs, we want to hear from you.

At DHT, good technicians do more than change parts. They troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and get equipment safely back on the road.

What You’ll Do

As a Diesel Technician at DHT, you’ll work on a diverse fleet of Class 8 trucks and trailers. Responsibilities may include:

• Diagnose and repair engine and drivetrain systems
• Troubleshoot electrical and electronic systems
• Diagnose and repair air and brake systems
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections
• Perform truck and trailer repairs
• Use diagnostic equipment to identify faults and failures
• Determine appropriate repairs based on inspection and diagnostic results
• Perform road service and emergency repairs as needed
• Complete repairs safely, accurately, and efficiently
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

What We’re Looking For

We’re hiring at both the mid-level and skilled technician level. Candidates should have:

• Hands‑on diesel repair experience
• Experience with Class 8 trucks and/or trailers
• Mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostic ability appropriate to experience level
• Ability to safely use shop tools and diagnostic equipment
• Strong attention to detail
• Dependable attendance and work habits
• Ability to work independently within your skill level and as part of a team
• Willingness to continue learning and developing technical skills

Experienced diagnostic technician? We have room to put those skills to work.

Still developing into that technician? We have room for you to grow.

What DHT Offers

• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
• Full‑time, year‑round employment
• Modern shop and equipment
• Diagnostic tools and resources
• Ongoing training and development
• Career advancement opportunities
• Experienced technicians and shop leadership
• Benefits package for eligible employees
• Stable employment with a company that's been in the transportation industry since 1983

Good Technicians Keep Trucks Moving.

If you have diesel experience and you’re looking for a shop where you can use the skills you already have while continuing to develop the ones you’re building, we’d like to hear from you.

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