Diesel Technician

Vaco by Highspring; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco by Highspring in Jacksonville, FL is hiring a Diesel Technician for a direct hire. The role focuses on heavy-duty diesel engine diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and bumper-to-bumper repair for trucks and trailers.

Typical shift Monday–Friday 2 PM–10 PM; must own tools and CDL class A/B or C; ASE certifications are a plus. Strong communication, reliability, and the ability to work with minimal supervision are valued. Overtime and Saturdays may apply.

Qualifications

• Experience with heavy-duty diesel engines and diagnostics.
• Must hold a Class A/B or C CDL license.
• ASE master tech certifications (T1–T8) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform diesel engine diagnostics and repairs for trucks/trailers.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and bumper-to-bumper service.
• Operate with minimal supervision and ensure safety and quality.

Skills

Heavy-duty diesel experience

Strong communication

Reliability

Education

CDL license (Class A/B or C)

Tools

Diesel diagnostic tools

Job description

Vaco is hiring for a Diesel Technician located in Jacksonville, FL. This is a direct hire opportunity.

Shift Monday - Friday 2PM-10PM

Purpose of role:

Company Truck and Trailer Maintenance and Preventative Maintenance

Overview:

Complete knowledge of diesel engine diagnostics and diagnostic tools. all major engine manufacture's component overhaul and repair; electrical and electronic systems diagnostics and diagnostic tools; brakes and braking systems; transmissions and drivelines; hydraulics and power lift systems; has the ability to diagnose and repair all classes of heavy-duty trucks/trailers bumper to bumper without supervision.

Required Skills/Certifications:

• Required technician tool set.
• Class A/b or C CDL license required.
• Nice to have - All (7) ASE master technician certifications. (T-2 through T-8)

• T1 - Gasoline Engines
• T2 - Diesel Engines
• T3 - Drive Train
• T4 - Brakes
• T5 - Suspension & Steering
• T6 - Electrical/ Electronic Systems
• T7 - Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC)
• T8 - Preventive Maintenance Inspection

• Heavy Lifting required (Minimum 45 Lbs.)
• Strong Communication
• Reliability
• ASE & other certifications are great

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.

Desired Skills and Experience

Must have Years of heavy-duty diesel experience:

Must have worked with Class 8/semi- trucks

Must have experience with both: PM and repair experience/equipment

Certifications and CDL is helpful

Must own Tools and tool box

Must be Comfortable with permanent 2 PM-10 PM shift overtime, and Saturdays as needed

Overall attitude/willingness to learn is a must

Equal Opportunity Notice

Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by applicable law. The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [e-mail].

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.

Representation Notice

By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. Additionally, you agree to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. Lastly, you agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

For residents of Ontario, Canada only: to the extent the position for employment is not with Highspring or not otherwise noted as vacant above, candidate should be informed that this role is to replace a presently employed person at Vaco by Highspring's client.

Privacy Notice

Vaco by Highspring respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies.

• California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here.
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Additionally, submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. More details about Vaco by Highspring's use of AI can be found here (https://www.highspring.com/ai-use-notices/). Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase will be conducted by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco by Highspring does not know and cannot opine on if its client's use of AI products in hiring.

Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

the individual's skill sets, experience and training;

licensure and certification requirements;

office location and other geographic considerations; and

other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and/or participation in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's retirement plan (or similar retirement benefits).