Diesel Technician: Advanced Tractor/Trailer Maintenance

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

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.