Diesel Mechanic Technician- Sign On Bonus

ZipRecruiter; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in transportation is seeking a skilled Diesel Mechanic Technician to join their team. This role offers a competitive hourly wage with shift differentials and a generous sign-on bonus. You'll be responsible for maintaining and repairing a diverse fleet of vehicles, ensuring safety and performance. With a commitment to employee development, the company provides robust training programs and opportunities for career advancement. If you're passionate about mechanics and looking for a supportive work environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Employee Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Career Advancement Opportunities

Robust Training Programs

Qualifications

• Experience in diagnosing and maintaining Class 1-7 diesel tractors.
• Prior experience as a fleet mechanic or heavy equipment mechanic.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on Class 1-8 vehicles.
• Diagnose and document engine fault codes using OEM software.

Skills

Fleet Mechanic Experience

Diesel Mechanic Skills

Heavy Equipment Mechanic Experience

Diagnosing Engine Fault Codes

Repairing/Replacing Brakes and Steering

Education

CDL License

Formal Training in Diesel Mechanics

Tools

Hand Tools

Job description

Job DescriptionJob 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 Lumberton, 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 for our Miller Truck Leasing division in NE and S Philadelphia, PA. We are offering a $2,500 sign on bonus ($1,000 after 30 days and $1,500 after 90 Days). With over 100 years of experience and upwards of 8,000 trucks on the road, Miller currently operates 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!

Diesel Mechanic Technician Duties:

• Perform routine preventative maintenance and general reconditioning of equipment on Class 1 through Class 8 vehicles
• Diagnose, document, and repair engine fault codes (Company supplied OEM software) following proper warranty procedures
• Repair / Replace brakes, steering components, suspension, and perform alignments
• Replace clutches & transmissions

Requirements

• Prior experience as a fleet mechanic, diesel mechanic, or heavy equipment mechanic

• Experience or formal training diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining Class 1-7 diesel tractors
• A valid CDL, or the ability to acquire a CDL with the assistance of our trainer
• Hand tools
• Experience working on Refrigeration Units is desired, but not required
• Ability to work either:
• South Philly - 2nd shift: Tuesday through Friday 3pm-11:30pm and Saturday 7am-3:30pm
• Northeast Philly - 2nd shift: Tuesday through Friday 2:30pm-11pm and Saturday 8am-4:30pm

Benefits

• Competitive compensation: $25-$35 per hour + shift differentials
• 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, including NJ Emissions Training

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