Heavy-Duty Diesel Mechanic - 2nd Shift

Truck Centers, Inc.; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Service Technicians and Certified Diesel Mechanics to join their growing team. This role is critical in maintaining high standards of service and ensuring customer satisfaction. You will be responsible for performing a variety of repairs on truck systems while adhering to OEM and dealership standards. The company prides itself on a collaborative environment and offers extensive training opportunities to enhance your skills. If you're passionate about mechanics and thrive in a team-oriented setting, this position is perfect for you.

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

Tool insurance at no cost

OEM and vendor certification training

Company paid uniforms

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Must pass background check, physical, and drug screen.
• Valid Driver's License and Class B CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs on truck systems including engine, transmission, and brakes.
• Road test vehicles to ensure repairs have resolved issues.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Welding and Fabrication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certificate from Diesel Tech Training School

Tools

Specialty Tooling

OEM-Required Tooling

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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.

This position will work 2nd Shift.

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).

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:

• 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.

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

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Transportation/Trucking/Railroad