Field Service - Diesel Mechanic

Plastipak Packaging Inc. in; Medina (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation company is seeking a motivated Diesel Truck Mechanic in Medina, Ohio. The role involves performing maintenance and repairs on diesel vehicles while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates must have significant hands-on experience, DOT Inspection Certification, and strong customer service skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of diesel truck maintenance experience.
• DOT Inspection Certification and Air Brake Certification required.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repairs, and diagnostics on diesel trucks.
• Manage tools and documentation in the service truck.
• Communicate job progress with customers.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Job description

Whiteline Express, Ltd. is a truckload carrier with headquarters in Plymouth, MI. It was founded in 1983 to provide value added services for our affiliated companies. Since that time, we have continually grown to include terminals in Plymouth, MI, Jackson Center, OH, Medina, OH, Alsip, IL, and Champaign, IL.

The cornerstone of our service strategy is to provide strategic advantage to our customers.And as an EPA Smartway Partner, Whiteline Express is committed to technologies and processes that reduce our carbon footprint while protecting the environment for future generations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive work assignments and customer schedules from the General Manager.
• Perform scheduled and on-demand maintenance, repairs, and diagnostic services on diesel trucks, trailers, and equipment.
• Communicate professionally with customers regarding job progress, estimated completion times, and service details.
• Provide timely updates to the General Manager regarding job status and any changes to the schedule.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional service truck at all times.
• Stock and manage daily inventory, tools, and all required documentation in the service truck (candidate must supply their own tools).
• Operate the service vehicle safely and in full compliance with traffic laws and safety standards.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in diesel truck and trailer maintenance, repair, and diagnostics.
• DOT Inspection Certification and Air Brake Certification required.
• Must be capable of supplying and maintaining a sufficient inventory of personal tools needed to perform all job duties.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) required.
• Proven ability to interact directly with customers in a professional and service-oriented manner.
• Comfortable working independently on all makes, models, and types of diesel vehicles and repairs.
• Physical ability to stand, bend, lift 50+ lbs., and work in varied weather and temperature conditions.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage tasks efficiently in a mobile environment.