Heavy-Duty Diesel Mechanic - 2nd Shift

Truck Centers Inc; Effingham (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the trucking industry is looking for Service Technicians and Certified Diesel Mechanics. Join a dedicated team focused on delivering exceptional service. This role offers competitive pay, extensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

401(k) with company match

Health insurance with multiple plan options

Paid time off including volunteer time

Disability insurance

Company paid Life and AD&D insurance

Wellness program

OEM and vendor certification training

Tool insurance at no cost

Qualifications

• Must pass pre-employment background check, physical, and drug screen.
• Minimum of 4 years mechanical medium- or heavy-duty truck service experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs on truck systems including engine, transmission, and brakes.
• Communicate with Parts department and perform quality checks.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Welding

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certificate from a diesel tech training school

Job description

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.

This position will work 2nd shift - Monday-Friday 3:30pm-12am

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

What We're Looking For:

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check, physical, and drug screen.
• High School Diploma or GED
• 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

WHAT WE OFFER:

Pay Range: $24.45 - $36.67 per hour with flat rate pay and yearly performance reviews available.

• 401(k) with company match
• Health insurance with 3 plan options, Vision Insurance, and Dental Insurance
• Paid time off including paidvolunteer time
• Disability insurance
• FSA and HSA options
• Company paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Maternity leave
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• 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.