Diesel Technician - 2nd Shift, Paid Training & ESOP

M&K Truck Centers; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

OEM certifications

ESOP program

Career growth

Supportive work environment

Job summary

M&K Truck Centers in Des Plaines, IL is hiring Diesel Technicians to diagnose, maintain, and repair heavy‑duty trucks (Mack/ Volvo and others). We welcome entrants from tech school through seasoned mechanics; CDL is preferred but not required.

You’ll work on diesel engines, brakes, suspensions, electrical and emissions, document repairs, and collaborate with service teams. We offer paid training, OEM certifications, and a clear path for career growth in a dynamic, employee‑owned ESOP

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Diesel technician school or technical training is preferred but not required.
• Experience with semi‑truck repair, fleet maintenance, or heavy equipment repair is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair diesel trucks (Mack, Volvo, and others).
• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections on heavy‑duty trucks.
• Repair and service diesel engines, brake systems, suspension, electrical and emissions systems.
• Accurately document repairs, parts, and labor; work with service advisors.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Strong work ethic

Team collaboration

Own basic tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

M&K Truck Centers in Des Plaines, IL is hiring Diesel Technicians to diagnose, maintain, and repair heavy‑duty trucks (Mack/ Volvo and others). We welcome entrants from tech school through seasoned mechanics; CDL is preferred but not required.

You’ll work on diesel engines, brakes, suspensions, electrical and emissions, document repairs, and collaborate with service teams. We offer paid training, OEM certifications, and a clear path for career growth in a dynamic, employee‑owned ESOP