Diesel Technician

TMC Transportation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

TMC Transportation is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform preventative maintenance repairs on our tractor and trailer fleet, applying advanced mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills to keep equipment on the road. You will use hand tools, precision measuring devices, and machine tools to diagnose and fix issues efficiently.

Requirements include a technical school degree or prior tractor/trailer repair experience and a valid Driver’s License.

Qualifications

• Technical school degree or prior tractor/trailer repair experience.
• Must have valid Driver’s License.
• Must be attentive to detail; strong communication skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain tractors and/or trailers with tools and gauges.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot and inspect parts for wear.
• Repair electrical circuits using schematics and diagnostic software.
• Recondition, repair or replace parts as needed.
• Conduct routine maintenance checks on braking, electrical and air systems.
• Diagnose engine/driveline/ABS issues with mechanical knowledge.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Education

Technical school degree

Tractor/trailer repair experience

Tools

Hand tools

Precision instruments

Machine tools

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The primary function for a Maintenance Technician will be to perform tractor and/or trailer preventative maintenance repairs to advance mechanical and electrical troubleshooting procedures.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Repair and maintain company tractors and/or trailers using hand tools, precision measuring instruments, and machine tools
• Diagnose, troubleshoot and examine parts for defects and excessive wear
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical circuits utilizing computer based software diagnostic programs and printed wiring schematics
• Recondition, repair and/or replace parts
• Perform routine maintenance checks including inspecting brake system, wheel bearings, electrical system, and air systems
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair engine/driveline/ABS related issues utilizing sound mechanical knowledge and computer based diagnostic programs
• Ability to set up and use common cutting, welding, and metal fabrication tooling and equipment as needed to complete trailer repairs
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

• Technical school degree and/or previous tractor/trailer repair experience
• Must have valid Driver’s License
• Must be attentive to detail
• Strong oral and written communication skills required
• Must be able to handle a fast-paced, physically demanding workload

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Must be able to lift 100lbs repetitively and overhead
• Must be able to climb on/off trailers throughout the shift

TMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.