Heavy Diesel Truck Technician

Leonard's Express; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 33,062 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, vision insurance

Boot and tool allowance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

A family-owned transportation provider in Caldwell, ID is seeking a Heavy Diesel Truck Technician. This full-time role offers competitive pay of $24–$25/hour based on experience and comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) with company match, and overtime possibilities. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, be mechanically inclined, and have experience with diesel systems. Join a driven team and take pride in quality repairs while ensuring safety protocols are followed.

Qualifications

• Brake certified (or willing to get certified).
• Experience working on automobiles, farm equipment, or construction equipment preferred.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage stress.

Responsibilities

• Perform engine diagnostics and repair.
• Change oil and grease equipment.
• Maintain compliance to parts procedures.

Skills

Motivated and mechanically inclined

Experiences with diesel systems

Strong organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Some class A/B technical school

Tools

Basic tools

Job description

Heavy Diesel Truck Technician

Join Leonard's Express, Inc. – family‑owned and operated – in Caldwell, ID. We’re hiring with immediate availability. If you are ready to take pride in your work, expand your skills, and be part of a dependable, driven team, we want to meet you.

What You Will Do

• Brake systems and adjustments
• Engine diagnostics and repair
• Aftertreatment systems
• Tire service and replacement
• Troubleshooting a range of Cummins, Bendix, WABCO, and DDDL 8 systems

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Jump start a tractor
• Align headlights
• Replace, mount and dismount tires
• Replace mud flaps, hangers, mirrors, shocks, windshield wiper components
• Adjust brakes, replace linings, drums, cams and bushings
• Use cutting torch and minor welding
• Change oil and grease equipmentCheck all fluid levels
• Provide quality repairs and meet time per repair standards
• Maintain compliance to parts procedures
• Follow safety protocols, wear protective gear and maintain a clean work environment
• Perform other related duties as assigned

What We Offer

• Competitive pay: $24–$25/hour based on experience
• Full‑time, day shift
• Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, 401(k) with company match
• Boot and tool allowance
• Uniforms provided
• EAP and paid life insurance
• Possibility for weekly overtime
• Referral bonus, tool bonus and more

Who You Are

• Motivated and mechanically inclined
• Experienced with diesel systems or eager to learn
• Equipped with basic tools and a valid driver’s license
• Brake certified (or willing to get certified – we’ll help!)
• High school diploma or GED
• Some class A/B technical school or BOCES experience preferred, or experience working on automobiles, farm equipment, or construction equipment
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills, ability to meet deadlines and manage stress

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance
• Paid time off
• Weekly overtime possible
• Referral and tool bonuses
• Boot and tool allowance
• Uniforms provided

About Leonard's Express

Leonard's Express is a family‑owned transportation provider headquartered in Farmington, NY with additional offices throughout the United States. We provide transportation solutions across many industries using state‑of‑the‑art technology and a dedicated staff. Our technicians join a team of highly skilled individuals in locations including New York, Delaware, Idaho, North Carolina, Wisconsin, and nationwide.

EEO Statement

Leonard's Express is an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.