Entry-Level Diesel Technician – Heavy-Duty Truck Service

Midwest Peterbilt Group; Norfolk (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid holidays and PTO

Tool insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

Midwest Peterbilt Group in Norfolk, NE is seeking a Service Technician- Class C to perform routine maintenance and basic repairs on medium-duty through heavy-duty trucks. This entry-level role develops foundational mechanical and diagnostic skills while supporting shop productivity and customer uptime.

The job involves standing, walking, lifting up to 50–100 pounds, and learning diagnostic software under supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical school or diesel technology training preferred.
• Basic to intermediate computer skills required, including learning diagnostic software and service systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and basic mechanical repairs on medium-duty and heavy-duty trucks.
• Assist in inspections and preventative maintenance services.
• Replace basic components such as filters, belts, and wear items.
• Assist senior technicians with complex repairs.
• Read and understand repair orders and follow instructions.

Skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

Repair orders reading

Communication skills

Math skills

Problem solving

Shop tools usage

Time management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical school and/or diesel tech training preferred

Basic computer skills

Tools

Diagnostic software

Basic shop tools

Job description

Midwest Peterbilt Group in Norfolk, NE is seeking a Service Technician- Class C to perform routine maintenance and basic repairs on medium-duty through heavy-duty trucks. This entry-level role develops foundational mechanical and diagnostic skills while supporting shop productivity and customer uptime.

The job involves standing, walking, lifting up to 50–100 pounds, and learning diagnostic software under supervision.