Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Technician - CA

PACCAR Inc; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 53,726; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Pension plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

FSA/HSA

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

PACCAR is seeking a Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Technician in CA to diagnose, service, and repair heavy-duty truck systems in a fast-paced shop environment. You will perform mechanical and software diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and component repairs while following PACCAR checklists.

We value safety, teamwork, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. This full-time role offers competitive benefits and the opportunity to advance within a Fortune 500 transportation leader.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of hands-on diesel mechanic experience.
• Proven track record of quality workmanship with minimal rework.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety with demonstrated knowledge of shop safety protocols.
• Ability to maintain focus and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Capable of standing and working for extended periods.
• Comfortable performing work under vehicles and engine bays.
• Ability to handle the physical demands of diesel mechanic work.
• Available for full-time work and able to work additional hours occasionally as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic inspections on general truck-tractor systems utilizing mechanical and system software diagnostics.
• Perform preventative maintenance inspections following a PACCAR checklist.
• Perform repairs to truck-tractor components including oil changes, bulb replacements, wheels and tires.
• Complete required paperwork reflecting hours, parts and lube used.
• Work with little supervision and in a team-based environment with shifting priorities.
• Provide superior customer service to PACCAR's clients.

Skills

Diesel mechanics

Safety protocols

Attention to detail

Team player

Physical endurance

CDL (preferred)

Education

Experience-based leveling

Job description

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Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Technician - CA

Date: Jul 7, 2026

Company: PACCAR

Company Information

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of premium light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates and also provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.

Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services, you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!

Division Information

PACCAR Financial facilitates the sale of premium-quality PACCAR vehicles in 20 countries on three continents worldwide by offering a full spectrum of creative, flexible financial products and value-added services specifically tailored to the transportation industry.

Requisition Summary

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Must be able to work during core business hours, Monday through Friday.


• Perform diagnostic inspections on general truck-tractor systems utilizing both mechanical diagnostics and system software diagnostics.


• Perform preventative maintenance inspection of truck-tractor components following a PACCAR check list.


• Perform repairs to truck-tractor components including, but not limited to, oil change, light bulb replacement, and wheels and tires.


• Complete required paperwork to reflect hours, parts and lube, which are utilized within each job function.


• Ability to work with little or no supervision.


• Ability to work in a team based environment, multi-task and accept shifting priorities.


• Provide superior customer service to all of PACCAR's clients.

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum 2+ years of hands-on diesel mechanics experience


• Proven track record of quality workmanship with minimal rework


• Strong commitment to workplace safety with demonstrated knowledge of shop safety protocols


• Ability to maintain focus and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment


• Capable of standing and working for extended periods


• Comfortable performing work under vehicles and engine bays


• Ability to handle the physical demands of diesel mechanic work


• Available for full-time work and able to work additional hours occasionally as needed

Preferred Qualifications and skills

• CDL highly preferred

Education

** Leveling for this position will be based on experience **

As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:

• 401k with up to a 5% company match


• Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement


• Comprehensive paid time off – minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additionalseniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time


• Tuition reimbursement for continued education


• Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family


• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)


• Paid short-and long-term disability programs


• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance


• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more


• This position is also eligible for a holiday gift.

Additional Job Board Information

At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for the Tech B is $25.78/hr. – $38.67/hr. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.