DIESEL TECHNICIAN / MECHANIC

Freightliner Northwest; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company where Diesel Technicians are at the forefront of innovation and customer service. This role offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies in a supportive environment. You'll be empowered to perform essential maintenance and repairs, ensuring the safety and reliability of vehicles. With a commitment to employee development, the company provides extensive training and benefits, making it an ideal place for those passionate about mechanics. If you're ready to take your skills to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Healthcare plan

401k matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Company sponsored training

Uniforms provided

Work boot stipend

Qualifications

• Experience in heavy equipment dealership is preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Run diagnostic tests and analyze results.
• Repair or replace vehicle engines and braking systems.
• Ensure cleanliness of the shop.

Skills

Diagnose and repair engines

Mechanical aptitude

Team player mentality

Safety awareness

Ability to read schematics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Heavy equipment experience

Tools

Diagnostic testing equipment

Mechanic's tools

Job description

Overview

Diesel Technicians at Gordon Truck Centers (GTC) dealerships lead the charge in workmanship, commitment to safety, and providing reliable, first-class service to customers across the Pacific Northwest.

GTC builds their team with the best employees and they’re now hiring Diesel Technicians for the Redding, CA Freightliner Northwest location!

At GTC, you will be working with cutting edge industry technologies. With the help of a team you can rely on and training to build your skill sets, we’ll coach and encourage you every step of the way in well equipped, safe facilities where you’re empowered to do what’s right - whether you’re performing routine maintenance or complete engine overhauls. Click to learn more about GTC.

About GTC

Helping customers satisfy their transportation needs since 1986, Gordon Truck Centers, Inc. (GTC) is an expanded network of 19 dealerships doing business as Freightliner Northwest, Western Star Northwest, TrailerCraft and Freightliner of Hawaii. As a full-service Freightliner, Western Star, Wilson Trailer dealership family, GTC can sell, finance, insure and service commercial trucks for medium and heavy-duty applications.

Responsibilities

• Run diagnostic tests and analyze results.
• Repair or replace vehicle engines, steering mechanisms, transmissions, and braking systems.
• Working knowledge of engines, transmissions, differential, A/C and suspensions.
• Determine unit condition by conducting inspections & diagnostic tests, identifying deficiencies.
• Able to read schematics for electrical and air systems.
• Develop technical skills through training opportunities
• Test equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications; make necessary adjustments if required.
• Ensure the cleanliness of the shop.

Qualifications

Heavy equipment dealership experience is preferred however our dealer family has opportunities for many skill sets. Bring your strong mechanical aptitude, team player mentality and belief in safety first to Team GTC!

GTC General Benefits Description

Gordon Truck Centers, Inc. (GTC) provides a healthcare plan that covers medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits for eligible employees as well as a basic group term life insurance policy and employee assistance program. Eligible employees can enroll in our company Health Savings Account (HSA). Employees can contribute up to 60% of their pre-tax earnings to 401k and the company will match dollar for dollar of your contributions up to 3% of your income for qualifying employees. Tuition reimbursement and profit sharing are available for hired applicants. Employees also receive paid vacation, personal time off (PTO) and six (6) paid holidays. Our technicians are also eligible for company sponsored training, company provided uniforms and a work boot stipend. More information can be found at https://www.gordontruckcenters.com/benefits.

Apply Today! We look forward to working with you!

GTC is an equal opportunity employer. This position is classified as safety sensitive. All offers of employment are made contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check. A motor vehicle records check is also required for positions with driving responsibilities. Mechanics frequently lift up to 75 pounds and must have a full complement of tools.

E-Verify Program

Gordon Truck Centers, Inc. uses the E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates. For up-to-date information on E-Verify, go to www.uscis.gov and click on 'E-Verify' located near the bottom of the page.