Diesel Technician: Truck & Trailer Maintenance Pro

Virginia Transportation Corp; Holladay (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401k with match

Life insurance

Uniform allowance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Fleet Direct Truck and Trailer Sales in Holladay, TN is seeking a Technician A to support the maintenance team on the second shift, performing inspections, diagnostics, and service on diesel equipment.

You will work under the Lead Mechanic, perform repairs, assist others, maintain records, and ensure safety checks, with potential overtime and occasional service calls. The role requires 5+ years in Class 8 truck maintenance, knowledge of Cummins/Paccar, and DOT compliance familiarity.

Qualifications

• Class A CDL license is preferred but not required.
• Certified welder is preferred but not required.
• 5+ years’ experience in class 8 tractor truck maintenance with background of hydraulics.
• Proficient in electronic diagnostics Cummins and Paccar.
• Experience with Peterbilt chassis a plus.
• Knowledge of DOT compliance, laws, rules, regulations and safety is helpful.
• Knowledge of transportation management system, a plus.
• Computer literate. Microsoft, Outlook and Excel a plus.
• Attention to detail and possess a high level of accuracy.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal skills to develop and maintain positive relationships with dispatch team and auto haulers.
• Excellent communication skills both internally and with customers.
• Work may require more than 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Perform proficient inspection, diagnosis and moderately complex repair of assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Provide assistance, guidance and direction to other maintenance personnel.
• Inspect the quality of outside/supplier repairs and/or rebuilds. Assess structural damage and assign needed repairs utilizing the most appropriate method(s).
• Conduct safety checks on trucks.
• Perform maintenance related work as required.
• Estimate time and material costs on repairs.
• Maintain a clear line of communication to the Lead Mechanic/Foreman and other staff in the maintenance department as needed.
• Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance.
• Contains costs by using warranty, evaluating service and parts options.
• Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications.
• Occasionally may perform service calls for emergency breakdowns.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate/OSHA Standards and perform all work in accordance with established procedures.
• What is the FLSA status of the Technician A role?
• The FLSA status of this position is: Non-Exempt .
• The Technician A reports to the Shop Foreman or Shop Manager .
• This is a first shift position, and the schedule is expected to be Monday through Friday.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Fleet Direct Truck and Trailer Sales in Holladay, TN is seeking a Technician A to support the maintenance team on the second shift, performing inspections, diagnostics, and service on diesel equipment.

You will work under the Lead Mechanic, perform repairs, assist others, maintain records, and ensure safety checks, with potential overtime and occasional service calls. The role requires 5+ years in Class 8 truck maintenance, knowledge of Cummins/Paccar, and DOT compliance familiarity.