Diesel Mechanic Technician

Miller-Transportation-Group; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid vacation & holidays

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Training programs

Job summary

Miller Transportation Group in Jersey City, NJ is hiring a Diesel Mechanic Technician or Reefer Technician (ThermoKing) for Miller Truck Leasing. You will perform routine maintenance and reconditioning on Class 1–8 vehicles and diagnose engine faults using OEM software.

The role requires 3+ years of diesel mechanic experience, a valid CDL (or ability to obtain one with trainer support), and a Monday–Friday 1:30 PM–10:00 PM schedule. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• 3+ years working as a diesel mechanic, fleet mechanic, or heavy equipment mechanic (strong B Level Tech).
• Experience or formal training diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining Class 1-7 diesel tractors.
• A valid CDL (Class A or B) OR the ability to acquire a Commercial Driver License with the assistance of our trainer.
• Hand tools.
• Monday - Friday from 1:30 PM until 10:00 PM.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventative maintenance and general reconditioning of equipment on Class 1 through Class 8 vehicles. Experience working on ThermoKing Reefer units is ideal.
• Diagnose, document, and repair engine fault codes (Company supplied OEM software) following proper warranty procedures.
• Repair / Replace brakes, steering components, suspension, and perform alignments. Perform maintenance on ThermoKing Reefer units and perform diagnostics on units - ideally have 608 Certification.
• Other duties assigned as required

Skills

Diesel mechanic experience

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Tools

Hand tools

ThermoKing knowledge

Job description

Miller Transportation Group is a rapidly growing leader in the transportation industry and has been family-owned and operated since 1912. With headquarters in Mount Holly, New Jersey, we proudly operate several business units as follows:

• Miller Truck Leasing - the largest privately-held truck leasing company on the East Coast. Provides full-service leasing, finance leasing, truck rental, and truck maintenance programs.
• Miller Dealerships - Provides car and light truck solutions across the Ford, Lincoln, and Subaru brands.
• Miller Dedicated Services - Supports customers in outsourcing their transportation needs by providing vehicles, drivers, fuel, insurance, and overall industry expertise.
• Miller Brokerage Services - Provides on-demand capacity solutions through our network of reliable carriers.

Miller Transportation Group is immediately hiring a Diesel Mechanic Technician OR Reefer Technician (ThermoKing) for our Miller Truck Leasing division in Jersey City, NJ. With over 100 years of experience and upwards of 8,000 trucks on the road, Miller currently operates over 40 Diesel Maintenance shops throughout KY, MD, PA, NJ, NY, CT, MA, and NH. Outstanding opportunity to join a family owned and operated business who is large enough to serve but small enough to care!

You Will

• Perform routine preventative maintenance and general reconditioning of equipment on Class 1 through Class 8 vehicles. Experience working on ThermoKing Reefer units is ideal.
• Diagnose, document, and repair engine fault codes (Company supplied OEM software) following proper warranty procedures.
• Repair / Replace brakes, steering components, suspension, and perform alignments. Perform maintenance on ThermoKing Reefer units and perform diagnostics on units - ideally have 608 Certification.
• Other duties assigned as required

You Have

• 3+ years working as a diesel mechanic, fleet mechanic, or heavy equipment mechanic (strong B Level Tech)
• Experience or formal training diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining Class 1-7 diesel tractors
• A valid CDL (Class A or B) OR the ability to acquire a Commercial Driver License with the assistance of our trainer
• Hand tools
• Ability to work:
• Monday - Friday from 1:30 PM until 10:00 PM

• Competitive compensation: $36 - $40 Per Hour
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance with HRA, HSA, and FSA options
• 401(k) with a company provided match
• Employee discounts and an employee assistance program
• Career Advancement Opportunities for Technicians at all levels
• Robust in-person and online training programs

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