Diesel Technician

Davita Inc.; Buffat Heights (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Diesel Technician in Buffat Heights to perform heavy-duty truck repairs, gain experience in various systems, and receive ongoing training. Candidates should have hands-on experience or vocational training, and relevant certifications are required. Join a growth-oriented company with competitive benefits and opportunities for advancement.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance

Disability and Life Insurance

Paid Time Off program

401k and Profit Sharing with Employer Match

Flexible Spending Account

Internal Promotion Opportunities

On the Job Training

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in heavy-duty truck repair required.
• Certifications in A/C, Brake, and DOT Annual Inspection are mandatory.
• Basic tools necessary for performing duties.

Responsibilities

• Performs general mechanical duties under supervision.
• Gains experience in motor overhaul, fuel systems, electrical systems, and more.
• Maintains tools and workspace, performs troubleshooting on minor issues.

Skills

Mechanical duties

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Education

Minimum three years hands-on experience or graduate of vocational courses

A/C, Brake and DOT Annual Inspector Certifications

CDL preferred

Tools

Necessary tools to perform position responsibilities

Job description

Job Details

Job Title

Diesel Technician

Business Function

Leasing

Branch Name

MHC Truck Leasing-Knoxville

Date

06-12-2025

Address

1400 Ault Road

City

Knoxville

State

TN

Job Overview & Essential Functions

Murphy-Hoffman Company, LLC is North America's largest Kenworth truck dealership group and leasing group. As MHC continues to grow, we have an opening for a Diesel Service Technician / Mechanic. The Diesel Service Technician / Mechanic performs heavy-duty truck repair under general supervision, receiving on the job training in a development program to achieve service technician status.

• Performs and/or assists in the performance of general mechanical duties.
• Gains experience in motor overhaul, fuel systems, electrical systems, transmissions, cooling systems, chassis, brakes, motor tune-up, and general maintenance.
• Works on major components with close supervision.
• Performs trouble shooting on minor problems.
• Attends training sessions and meetings.
• Maintains a neat and orderly working area, and proper handling of company tools.
• Advises the Shop Foreman if additional repair work is necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

SAFETY-SENSITIVE

This position has been designated as a safety-sensitive position. Any person performing the position while under the influence of marijuana or any other illegal drug may constitute a threat to health or safety or in which a lapse of attention could result in injury, illness, or death, including without limitation a position that includes the operating, repairing, maintaining, or monitoring of heavy equipment, machinery, aircraft, motorized watercraft, or motor vehicles or handling of hazardous materials and/or waste as part of the job duties.

Qualifications

• CDL preferred.
• Minimum three years hands-on experience or graduate of vocational courses.
• A/C, Brake and DOT Annual Inspector Certifications required.
• Necessary tools to perform position responsibilities.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off program
• 401k and Profit Sharing with Employer Match
• Flexible Spending Account
• Internal Promotion Opportunities
• On the Job Training

About Us

MHC is an expansion of the original company, Ozark Kenworth, Inc. Ozark Kenworth started in Springfield, Missouri, in January 1975. Opening for business without a Parts or Service department and only three employees in a temporary facility. From there, the company grew and expanded. MHC is now a multi-state network of full-service diesel truck dealerships, leasing and rental operations, transport refrigeration locations, and a finance company which offers a complete array of finance and insurance services. We believe in fostering an environment that helps employees realize their full potential - a place where you can grow as a person and a professional.

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