Heavy-Duty Diesel Mechanic

Truck Centers, Inc.; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 74,390,000 - 111,586,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health insurance

Vision and Dental insurance

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Maternity leave

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Tool insurance

Job summary

Truck Centers, Inc. in Indiana is seeking Diesel Mechanics and Service Technicians of varying experience to join our growing service team. As a Diesel Mechanic, you are a vital part of our Service department and essential to getting our customers back on the road.

You will perform repairs across engines, transmissions, suspensions, brakes, HVAC, electronics, and more, following OEM and dealership standards. A valid driver's license is required; CDL is preferred and you must bring your own tools.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required to operate company vehicles.
• CDL Class B with air brake endorsement preferred; Class A CDL highly preferred.
• Certificate from a diesel tech training school or a minimum of 4 years mechanical medium- or heavy-duty truck service experience in a shop or military setting.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and commitment to providing quality work.
• Welding and fabrication skills are a plus.
• Candidates must have their own tools; TC I provides specialty and OEM-required tooling for on-site, communal use.
• Must be willing to participate in a pre-employment background check, physical, and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality work according to OEM, warranty, and dealership standards.
• Read repair orders, observe vehicle operation, obtain diagnostics, identify root causes, plan procedures, and perform repairs.
• Repair engine, transmission, suspension, brakes, HVAC, electronics, and more.
• Document diagnostic findings, repair status, and work performed using Service Notes.
• Communicate with Parts department to obtain necessary parts and with Shop Foreman and Service Administration for updates.
• Perform quality checks of all work performed.
• Road test vehicles to ensure repairs resolve customer complaints.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

CDL with air brake

Diesel tech training or 4+ years

Mechanical aptitude

Welding and fabrication

Education

Diesel tech training program or equivalent

Tools

Specialty tooling provided on-site

Job description

About Truck Centers, Inc.

For over 50 years, three generations have led Truck Centers, Inc. from a single store dealership into our current network of ten, full-service dealerships and two auxiliary locations proudly representing Freightliner and Western Star trucks in Illinois, Indiana, and Missouri. Our team has remained dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service in an environment that fosters collaboration, innovation, and a communal spirit of giving back. To learn more about us, visit truckcentersinc.com.

Company Description

About Truck Centers, Inc. For over 50 years, three generations have led Truck Centers, Inc. from a single store dealership into our current network of ten, full-service dealerships and two auxiliary locations proudly representing Freightliner and Western Star trucks in Illinois, Indiana, and Missouri. Our team has remained dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service in an environment that fosters collaboration, innovation, and a communal spirit of giving back. To learn more about us, visit truckcentersinc.com.

Job Description

Truck Centers, Inc. is continually growing, and that means we have an ongoing need for Service Technicians and Certified Diesel Mechanics of varying experience to join our team. As a Diesel Mechanic, you are a vital part of our Service department and essential to getting our customers back on the road.

What You'll Do

• Perform consistent, high-quality work according to OEM, warranty, and dealership standards.
• Read repair orders, observe and listen to vehicle operation, obtain diagnostics information, identify root cause malfunctions, plan work procedures, and perform necessary repairs on a vehicle as authorized.
• Perform general and major repair of all truck systems including, engine, transmission, suspension, brakes, HVAC, electronics, and more.
• Write thorough, organized documentation of diagnostic findings, repair status, and work performed using Service Notes to aid customer communication and warranty processing.
• Communicate with Parts department to obtain and verify necessary parts as well as Shop Foreman and Service Administration team regarding status updates or requests.
• Perform quality checks of all work performed.
• Road test vehicles to ensure the repairs performed have resolved the customer's complaint(s).

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License with ability to meet insurance requirements is required
• Class B CDL with air brake endorsement preferred; Class A CDL highly preferred
• Certificate from a diesel tech training school or a minimum of 4 years mechanical medium- or heavy-duty truck service experience in a shop setting or military installation
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and commitment to providing quality work
• Welding and fabrication skills are a plus
• Candidates must have their own tools; TCI provides specialty and OEM-required tooling for on-site, communal use
• Must be willing to participate in a pre-employment background check, physical, and drug screen.

What We Offer

Pay Range: $25.96 - $38.94 per hour with yearly performance reviews available.

• 401(k) with company match
• Health insurance with 3 plan options, Vision Insurance, and Dental Insurance
• Paid time off including paid volunteer time
• Disability insurance
• FSA and HSA options
• Company paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Maternity leave
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• Company paid uniforms
• Company paid PPE allowance
• OEM and vendor certification training at no cost through our state-of-the-art Training Center at our Troy & South Bend campuses to maintain your certifications and obtain new ones
• Tool insurance at no cost
• Company-supplied specialty tooling

Additional Information

Truck Centers, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Compensation: USD 25.96 - USD 38.94 - hourly