Diesel Technician - Pay Up To $58/hr & Weekends Off!

Transwest Inc; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Voluntary Wellness Solutions

Life Insurance (Voluntary and Employer

Disability Insurance

401(K) with company match

HSA and/or FSA

PTO and paid holidays

Employee Car Discount Program

Job summary

Transwest Inc. is seeking a diesel technician to join a team that values company-paid continued education and training. The role offers a toolbox program for apprentices or military personnel and relocation assistance for qualified candidates during the interview process.

The position emphasizes safe, compliant repairs using OEM standards, a supportive shop environment, and opportunities to grow with access to up-to-date tools and diagnostics.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and MVR in good standing.
• Motivated individual who can work independently.
• Familiarity with gas and diesel truck repair and maintenance: engine, transmission, drivability, electrical diagnostics, suspension, brakes.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs following OEM standards.
• Adhere to company safety guidelines.
• Communicate openly with management and other Company personnel.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Diesel truck repair knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

As a diesel technician, you will be joining a team that provides company paid continued education and training, invests in up-and-coming technicians entering the workforce, and takes pride in providing clean shops with the latest tooling and computer diagnostic equipment.

• If you're an apprentice, trainee, or technician coming from the military - ask our hiring managers about our toolbox program!
• Relocation support is also available for qualified candidates on a case-by-case basis. If interested, we invite you to discuss this with the hiring manager during the interview stage.

We offer a full benefits package for benefits eligible employees including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Wellness Solutions
• Life (Voluntary and Employer Paid) and Disability Insurance
• 401(K) with company match beginning with your first contribution
• HSA and/or FSA, as applicable
• PTO to include paid sick time as applicable by state and federal law and Company Paid Holidays
• Employee Car Discount Program

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform repairs following OEM standards.
• Adhere to company safety guidelines.
• Communicate openly with management and other Company personnel.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

• Activities require a full range of motion including handling, lifting, manual dexterity, finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination
• Position requires sitting, standing, balancing, bending or stooping for prolonged periods of time
• Position requires the occasional ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 80 pounds
• Position requires corrected vision and hearing within normal range
• Must be able to operate simple, complex and heavy-duty machinery

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver's License and MVR in good standing
• Motivated individual who can work independently
• Familiarity with all aspects of gas and diesel truck repair and maintenance including engine repair, transmission repair, drivability and electrical diagnostics, suspension, brake systems, etc
• Must possess a complete set of hand tools with rollaway toolbox
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• The ability to display attention to detail
• Ability to successfully complete a general abilities assessment, pass a post-offer background check, physical and drug screen

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Experience diagnosing and repairing diesel trucks and medium and heavy-duty RVs as applicable
• Diesel Engine Technology Certification(s) and/or Education
• Freight liner and/or Western Star experience.

JOB DETAILS:

• Type: Hourly; Transition to Flat-Rate
• Status: Full Time
• Compensation Range: $20.00 - $58.00
• Bonus Eligibility: Yes
• Reports To: Service Manager
• Shift: 1st, 2nd