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HIRING NOW Diesel Mechanic -$2500 Sign on Bonus

Carvana

University Park (IL)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 70,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an intermediate Diesel Technician to join their Fleet Maintenance team. This role involves diagnosing and performing preventative maintenance on heavy equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety. You will work in a dynamic environment, utilizing your skills in welding and repair while enjoying competitive benefits, including a generous PTO policy and a sign-on bonus. If you're passionate about mechanics and thrive in a team-oriented atmosphere, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a company that values integrity and teamwork, and help deliver happiness to customers by maintaining a top-notch fleet.

Benefits

401(k) with Carvana Match
Accrue 104 hours of PTO
Tool and boot allowance
Discount on vehicle purchase
Tuition reimbursement
Student loan repayment
Generous paid-time off
Birthday holiday

Qualifications

  • 1+ years experience in Heavy Class 8 Mechanical Industry or similar.
  • Valid Driver's License and ability to obtain ASE Certification.

Responsibilities

  • Perform general and preventative maintenance on heavy equipment.
  • Diagnose issues using diagnostic equipment and perform repairs.

Skills

Diagnosing heavy equipment
Preventative maintenance
Welding and fabrication
Communication skills
Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent
ASE Certification

Tools

Diagnostic equipment
Welders
Plasma cutters

Job description

HIRING NOW Diesel Mechanic -$2500 Sign on Bonus
University Park, IL

We’re looking for intermediate Diesel Technicians with at least 1 year of experience in the Heavy Class 8 Mechanical Industry (or similar industry) to build an exciting career at Carvana - the fastest-growing used automotive retailer in U.S. history and one of the four fastest companies to make the Fortune 500! As a member of the Fleet Maintenance team, you’ll play a key role in helping deliver happiness to our customers by ensuring all preventative maintenance and general repairs are completed on our vehicle haulers and trailers in a timely manner and up to Carvana standards. Interested in joining the team? Check out more below:

  • Accrue 104 hours of PTO in your first year!
  • Competitive benefits that include medical, dental, vision, and matching 401k, along with other cool perks programs including student loan payments, discounts on vehicles, benefits for your pets, and much more.

We’re looking for motivated team players with at least 1 year of experience working with heavy equipment to:

  • Diagnose (using diagnostic equipment) and perform general, preventative maintenance, and DVIR for all heavy equipment.
  • Perform scheduled repairs and resolve issues uncovered during inspection including changing brakes, adjusting steering systems, replacing parts, fixing complex electrical issues, changing hydraulic components, and changing tires according to TIA guidelines.
  • Use welders, torches, and plasma cutters to weld or fabricate broken parts.
  • Maintain accurate and proper records for all repairs performed on our fleet using our software (including parts records).
  • Use diagnostic equipment to pull fault codes and follow OEM diagnose trees to accurately diagnose equipment.

General qualifications and requirements include:

  • 1+ years experience in Heavy Class 8 Mechanical Industry or a similar industry.
  • Valid Driver’s License.
  • Obtain at least two ASE Certification within the first 6 months of employment (process sponsored by Carvana).
  • Must have your own tools to complete daily tasks; specialty tools will be provided by Carvana.
  • Requires standing for extended periods of time with frequent stretching, reaching, walking and stooping, pushing and/or pulling in an environment that may be cold, hot, noisy, and wet and may have fumes or odors due to vehicle maintenance.
  • Must be able to carry and transport up to 60 pounds up to 20 feet.
  • Ability to communicate and interact with others effectively in a professional, courteous manner.
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both written and oral.
  • This position may require travel for training purposes.

Other perks of the job:

  • 401(k) with Carvana Match
  • Accrue 104 hours of PTO in your first year
  • Tool and boot allowance and discount on vehicle purchase
  • Generous paid-time off and your birthday is a holiday!
  • Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment

About Carvana

At Carvana, we sell cars but we aren’t car salesmen. Our promise is simple: we won’t sell a car to a customer that we wouldn’t sell to our own Mom. Period.

Being a team member on our Fleet Maintenance team means having a passion for our vision and using your technical expertise to help keep our fleet of heavy equipment in top condition so we can deliver positive and memorable experiences to our customers. Our Logistics team members help each other out and work as a team to ensure the job gets done while treating each other with trust and respect.

Think you’ve got what it takes to join our team? Apply today!

Carvana is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Carvana also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check and drug test.This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license. Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.

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