HeavyDuty Diesel Mechanic

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

Job summary

Truck Centers, Inc. is seeking service technicians and certified diesel mechanics to join their growing team. Responsibilities include high-quality repairs on truck systems, documenting work performed, and collaborating with the Parts department. Candidates must have mechanical experience and be able to pass background checks.

Benefits

401(k) with company match

Health insurance with multiple options

Paid time off including volunteer time

Tool insurance at no cost

OEM and vendor certification training at no cost

Qualifications

• 4 years mechanical medium- or heavy-duty truck service experience.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check.
• Valid Driver's License and Class B CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs on all truck systems including engines and transmissions.
• Communicate with Parts department and perform quality checks.
• Road test vehicles to confirm repairs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Welding and fabrication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certificate from a diesel tech training school

Job description

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.

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:
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: $26.47 - $39.71 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 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

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.

We believe in the Hire to Retire philosophy and invest in individuals that we believe will be valuable assets to TCI and our customers for years to come. Thus, we want to help you live well through personal and professional growth plus a multitude of benefits.

Compensation:
$26-$26