Heavy Duty Diesel Technician- Reno, NV

Colonial Group; Reno (NV); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with matching

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

HSA & FSA options

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Employee discounts

Training programs

Job summary

Velocity Vehicle Group in Reno, NV is seeking a truck technician to diagnose issues and perform repairs across chassis and engine systems. You will create repair plans, request parts, and document warranty work while keeping work areas safe and organized.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, mechanical aptitude, and a drive for excellence. Team oriented and motivated, you will report to the Foreman and contribute to a strong, customer-focused service team with competitive pay and

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Strong work ethic and reliability.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced service environment.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose truck problems and perform repairs.
• Create repair plans and fill part requisitions.
• Tag warranty parts and report core value.
• Communicate updates to the Foreman daily.
• Keep toolboxes organized and workstations safe.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Dedication to Excellence

Motivated

Team Oriented

Desire to Succeed

Education

High school diploma or the equivalent

Job description

Posted Monday, August 24, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Who We Are:

At Velocity Vehicle Group (VVG), we represent a premium commercial brand in medium to heavy truck dealerships. We provide a full-service experience, from exceptional sales teams to highly skilled technicians and readily available parts. Our mission is to be the ultimate one-stop shop for truckers, owner operators, fleets, and companies. Combined with our Leasing and Rental business and financial services division, VVG stands as the premier truck dealership.

What's in it for You:

Velocity Vehicle Group is a dynamic and rapidly expanding organization, and we're on the lookout for individuals who relish daily challenges and are passionate about delivering top-notch customer service, both within the company and to our valued clients. When you join VVG, you'll experience an extraordinary work environment, complete with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including 401K with matching, as well as Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage. Become a part of our team and immerse yourself in a company that fosters a Great Place to Work™ culture!

What You’ll Do:

Technicians are responsible for diagnosing truck problems and performing truck repairs. Technicians create repair plans and fill out parts requisitions for needed parts. They are also responsible for tagging all warranty parts that are replaced and for turning in parts with core value. Technicians must also communicate updates to their Foreman daily and must maintain toolboxes organized and workstations clean and safe.

Responsibilities & Skills Assessment:

• Basic chassis repairs
• Basic engine repairs
• Able to perform chassis Remove & Install
• Able to perform preventative and/or maintenance
• Competent in Internal/factory warranty processes
• Comfortable with major vendor/factory
• Can perform most chassis repairs
• Can perform engine accessory repairs
• Able to perform complete engine Remove & Install
• Complete engine repairs
• Complex chassis repairs
• Knowledgeable on all vehicle component repairs
• HVAC
• Proficient on all vehicle component repairs
• Able to diagnose all vehicle component failures
• Competent in root cause failure analysis
• Vibration analysis

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• High school diploma or the equivalent is preferred
• Mechanical aptitude
• Dedication to Excellence
• Motivated
• Team Oriented
• Desire to Succeed

Physical Requirements :

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to pass post-offer drug screening, physical examination (including a lift test), and background check

Compensation:

• $38-$53/hr. depending on experience level and Certifications + production bonus

Benefits Velocity Vehicle Group Offers:

• A fantastic culture in a welcoming, great place to work environment.
• 401k with matching.
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance, along with HSA & FSA options.
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance.
• Company perks such as employee discounts, company events, and training programs.
• Excellent Training and Career Advancement Opportunities

Velocity Vehicle Group is an equal opportunity employer. Velocity Vehicle Group prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.