Diesel Technician (Mobile)

ODW Logistics; Lockbourne (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

ODW Logistics is seeking a Mobile Maintenance Technician to diagnose, inspect, and repair a fleet of commercial equipment across Columbus and surrounding regions. You will operate a company vehicle and perform mobile maintenance to maximize uptime while meeting safety and DOT requirements.

The role requires 2+ years in fleet maintenance, strong diagnostic skills, and ability to work independently. A valid license is required, CDL A is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of diesel, trailer, or fleet maintenance experience.
• Experience on commercial transport equipment preferred.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems.
• Valid driver's license required.
• CDL Class A preferred but not required.
• Meet company driving qualifications for service vehicle operation.
• Diagnose and repair tractors, trailers, chassis, reefers, and yard spotters.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance procedures and DOT regulations.
• Safe use of hand/power tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Proficiency with Outlook, Excel, and maintenance software.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance inspections and services on tractors, trailers, chassis, reefers, yard spotters, and support equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, refrigeration, and trailer-related issues.
• Repair and maintain diesel engines, brakes, suspensions, lighting systems, tires, wheels, air systems, and electrical components.
• Perform DOT inspections when qualified and ensure compliance with federal/state/company safety requirements.
• Troubleshoot breakdowns and provide mobile roadside or on-site repair services.
• Test and inspect completed repairs to verify safe operation.
• Document inspections, diagnostics, repairs, labor, parts usage, and equipment condition in TMT.
• Maintain parts usage records and inventory controls.
• Communicate equipment status updates to management and operations personnel.

Skills

Diesel fleet maintenance

Troubleshooting

Valid driver's license

Diagnose electrical/mechanical systems

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Hand/power tools use

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Maintenance management software

Job description

Mobile Maintenance Technician performs diagnostics, inspections, and repairs on a fleet of commercial transportation equipment. This person must be skilled and safety focused. This position operates a company-provided service truck and provides mobile maintenance support for tractors, yard spotters, chassis, dry van trailers, refrigerated trailers (reefers), and other fleet equipment throughout the Columbus and surrounding regional service areas. The Mobile Maintenance Technician plays a critical role in maximizing fleet uptime, ensuring DOT compliance, responding to roadside and on-site repair needs, and supporting efficient transportation operations. This position reports directly to the Maintenance Manager and works closely with drivers, operations personal, and vendors.

Fleet Maintenance & Repair

• Perform preventive maintenance inspections and services on tractors, trailers, chassis, reefers, yard spotters, and support equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, refrigeration, and trailer-related issues.
• Repair and maintain diesel engines, brakes, suspensions, lighting systems, tires, wheels, air systems, and electrical components.
• Perform DOT inspections when qualified/authorized and ensure equipment meets all applicable federal, state, and company safety requirements.
• Troubleshoot equipment breakdowns and provide mobile roadside or on-site repair services.
• Test and inspect completed repairs to verify safe and proper operation.
• Accurately and timely document inspections, diagnostics, repairs, labor, parts usage, equipment condition, and work performed within TMT.
• Maintain parts usage records and inventory controls.
• Communicate equipment status updates to management and operations personnel.

Required

• Minimum of 2 years of diesel, trailer, or fleet maintenance experience.
• Experience working on commercial transportation equipment preferred.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems.
• Valid driver's license required.
• CDL Class A is preferred but not required.
• Ability to meet company driving qualifications to operate a service vehicle.
• Ability to diagnose and repair tractors, trailers, chassis, reefers, and yard spotters.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance procedures and DOT regulations.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, lifting devices, and diagnostic equipment.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and maintenance management software.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Any combination of education, training and/or experience that fulfills the requirements of the position will be considered.

Preferred

• Completion of formal training program.
• EPA Section 608 certification preferred when duties include refrigerant circuit repairs.

Minimum Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in shop, yard, roadside, customer-site, and outdoor environments.
• Physical conditions: Frequent walking on even/uneven surfaces, bending, lifting, rotating, climbing, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, and working in and around commercial vehicles and equipment.
• Environment: Exposure to hot/cold temperatures, weather, noise, vibration, dirt, grease, diesel exhaust, and automotive fluids; occasional work in temperature-controlled areas.
• Work includes the safe use of hand and power tools, lifting devices, diagnostic equipment, and material handling equipment according to established operating procedures.

OUR VALUES

Respect | Give and it will be given.

We treat others as we want to be treated. We cannot control events, but we can control our response. We build respect through honesty, fairness, and integrity.

Trust | Earned over time.

We do what we say we will do. We are clear, direct, and honest. We seek to understand and be understood.

Team | Accomplish more together.

We work hard toward a common goal. We desire to make everyone successful. We achieve the best results as a team.

Opportunity | Realize your potential.

We believe all people have significance and potential. We understand work and life are integrated and we value both. We strive to make an impact in the world around us.

Equal OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

ODW Logistics is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at ODW Logistics are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. ODW Logistics will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

DISCLAIMER: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, success profile characteristics or qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

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