Diesel Performance Technician – Duramax (PTO & 401k)

MDS Staffing; Harbor Beach (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

PTO

401k Match

Relocation lump sum

Job summary

MDS Staffing in Harbor Beach, MI is seeking a Diesel Mechanic for our Service Department. You will diagnose complex diesel truck issues and perform major repairs with a strong focus on Duramax performance.

The role requires 3+ years of diesel experience, hands-on troubleshooting, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced aftermarket shop. OT eligible and relocation support available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience diagnosing and repairing diesel trucks, vehicles, or heavy equipment.
• Strong diagnostic ability across mechanical and electronic systems.
• Experience with R&R for engines/transmissions.
• Certifications are preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose complex mechanical, electrical, fuel, air, cooling, and drivability issues.
• Perform major repairs, preventive maintenance, component installations, and approved performance modifications.
• Develop repair strategies using diagnostic data, service information, technical specifications, and hands-on experience.
• Identify root causes instead of replacing parts based on symptoms.
• Own assigned jobs from initial inspection through testing, documentation, and final release.
• Evaluate additional findings, explain recommended work, and identify when customer authorization is required.
• Perform final quality-control checks and confirm that completed work meets DHD standards.
• Prevent repeat failures and comebacks through disciplined diagnosis, installation, and validation.
• Provide technical guidance to other technicians when needed.
• Help improve shop procedures, diagnostic methods, workflow, and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate records of findings, labor, test results, parts, approvals, and completion status.

Skills

Diesel diagnostics

Mechanical repair

Electrical systems

R&R engines/transmissions

Job description

MDS Staffing in Harbor Beach, MI is seeking a Diesel Mechanic for our Service Department. You will diagnose complex diesel truck issues and perform major repairs with a strong focus on Duramax performance.

The role requires 3+ years of diesel experience, hands-on troubleshooting, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced aftermarket shop. OT eligible and relocation support available for qualified candidates.