Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic- Level 1

TCI Transportation; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Safety incentives up to $300 quarterly

Medical, dental & vision coverage

Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance

401(k) with company match

Holiday pay

Employee discount programs

Uniforms provided

Yearly boot allowance

Job summary

TCI Maintenance in Fontana, CA, is hiring a Level 1 Diesel Mechanic. You will work with seasoned mechanics and gain hands-on experience, with our Level Up program guiding your career growth.

We offer a path from Level 1 to higher roles, focusing on skill development, training support, and certifications. Join a family-owned shop valuing safety, learning, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of diesel engine repair experience.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Self-motivation and leadership skills.
• An enthusiastic attitude and a willingness to learn and grow.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair diesel-powered vehicles under supervision of experienced mechanics.
• Assist with routine diesel engine maintenance and BIT inspections.
• Keep shop clean, organized and safe following procedures.
• Follow company safety policies with every task.

Skills

Diesel engine repair

Valid driver's license

Willingness to learn

Team player

Job description

TCI MAINTENANCE IS HIRING!

LEVEL 1 DIESEL MECHANIC

BUILD YOUR SKILLS. LEVEL UP YOUR CAREER.

You’ve started your diesel career. Now give it somewhere to grow!

Have 1+ years of diesel engine repair experience, a willingness to learn, and pride in your work? TCI Maintenance wants to be part of your story!

Join our fleet shop, work alongside experienced mechanics, and build your skills through hands‑on maintenance and repair experience. With our Level Up Program, you can focus on more than your next repair—you can plan for your next career step.

Location: Fontana, California
Shift Days: Monday through Friday
Shift Hours: Swing Shift 1pm-10pm and Day shift 7am-4pm
Pay: $25.00–$29.50 per hour, depending on skills and experience

START AT LEVEL 1. KEEP BUILDING YOUR FUTURE.

Your current experience is your starting point—not your finish line.

TCI’s Level Up Program is designed to help diesel technicians develop their skills and work toward the next level of their careers—right here at TCI.

Personalized Career Planning — Identify your career goals and the skills you want to build.

Skills Development — Strengthen your mechanical knowledge and gain confidence through hands‑on experience.

Training & Certification Support — Continue developing your technical abilities with support for training and certifications.

Learn Alongside Experienced Mechanics — Ask questions, learn repair techniques, and build on what you already know.

A Career Path to Work Toward — Develop the skills that prepare you for higher‑level technician responsibilities.

Bring your motivation. Build your knowledge. Take your next step with Level Up!

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

Working under the supervision of experienced mechanics, you’ll gain experience maintaining and repairing a variety of diesel‑powered vehicles.

• Assist with routine diesel engine maintenance while developing your skills.
• Participate in BIT inspections under experienced supervision.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop environment.
• Follow company safety and operating procedures with every task.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

• 1+ years of diesel engine repair experience.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Self‑motivation and leadership skills.
• An enthusiastic attitude and a willingness to learn and grow.

You don’t have to know everything—but you should be ready to ask questions, take direction, and put what you learn into practice.

BENEFITS THAT SUPPORT YOU

• Weekly Paychecks / Direct Deposit Available
• Safety Incentives up to $300 Quarterly upon meeting requirements
• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage / Critical Illness Insurance
• Employer-Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Holiday Pay
• Employee Discount Programs
• Uniforms Provided
• Yearly Boot Allowance

FAMILY-OWNED. COMMITTED TO OUR PEOPLE.

TCI is a family-owned company doing business since 1978. We’re looking for people who share our values and want to build a future with our team.

ETHICAL — We act with integrity and transparency.

ACCOUNTABLE — We take ownership of our work and follow through.

DEDICATED — We are committed to safety, each other, and our customers.

INNOVATIVE — We bring creative problem‑solving to our work.

POSITIVE — We show up with passion and a “Can Do” attitude.

Let’s talk about where you are—and where you want to go. Meet our team, learn about the shop, and ask how Level Up can support your career development.

YOUR NEXT CHAPTER STARTS HERE. BUILD IT WITH TCI MAINTENANCE!

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