Diesel Tractor Mechanic - Top Pay, Training & Benefits

Central Transport; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay $33+/hour

Training modules

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

PTO

Bereavement leave

Jury duty leave

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Uniforms provided

Life insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Central Transport is seeking a Diesel Mechanic to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on Class 8 tractors and trailers. You will troubleshoot electrical and after‑treatment systems, inspect brakes and steering, and perform routine maintenance with a basic tool set.

Job Type: Full-time. Pay starts at $33.00 per hour. ASE certification is preferred but not required; medical, dental, PTO and other benefits are offered. Work location is in-person at our Indianapolis area fleets.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in diesel/mechanics.
• ASE certification preferred but not required.
• Basic set of tools is required to perform maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot electrical and after-treatment systems on Class 8 tractors.
• Repair trucks and trailers in a timely and efficient manner.
• Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings and other critical parts.
• Conduct routine maintenance such as oil changes, battery checks, and lubrication.
• Repair major components such as engine, transmission, and differentials.

Skills

1 year experience

ASE certification (preferred)

Basic tools

Tools

Basic tools set

Job description

Central Transport is seeking a Diesel Mechanic to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on Class 8 tractors and trailers. You will troubleshoot electrical and after‑treatment systems, inspect brakes and steering, and perform routine maintenance with a basic tool set.

Job Type: Full-time. Pay starts at $33.00 per hour. ASE certification is preferred but not required; medical, dental, PTO and other benefits are offered. Work location is in-person at our Indianapolis area fleets.