Medium & Heavy Duty Diesel Technician

ACTS Fleet Maintenance, Inc.; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

3-day weekends every other week

Health insurance

PTO

Job summary

ACTS Fleet Maintenance, Inc. is seeking an experienced diesel technician to service medium and heavy-duty trucks both in-shop and in the field. The role emphasizes uptime, safety, and doing repairs right the first time, with a culture built on clear expectations and trust.

You will diagnose complex systems, perform inspections, and repair equipment with a high level of ownership, representing ACTS Fleet professionally. A CDL is preferred but not required, and ongoing OEM training is offered.

Qualifications

• Diesel technician with hands-on experience and pride in workmanship.
• Strong diagnostic abilities and ability to work independently.
• CDL preferred, not required.
• North Carolina State Inspection Certification (required).
• Familiarity with OEM and aftermarket scan tools.

Responsibilities

• Advanced diagnostics on late-model trucks.
• Brake systems, suspension, steering, driveline, and transmissions.
• Electrical systems and emissions components.
• Reading fault codes and diagnostic data accurately.
• Verifying repairs through inspections and test drives.
• Diagnose and repair equipment directly in the field.
• Work independently with a high level of ownership.
• Present ACTS Fleet with professionalism and reliability.

Skills

Strong hands-on experience as a diesel

Advanced diagnostic ability

CDL preferred

Education

North Carolina State Inspection Certification

Tools

OEM scan tools

Aftermarket scan tools

Job description

At ACTS Fleet, we built this role for experienced diesel technicians who know their craft, take pride in their work, and want to work in a shop where performance, structure, and respect actually align.

What Makes This Different

High-performing technicians shouldn't be held back by the environment around them.

At ACTS Fleet, everything is built on two principles: clear expectations and trust in execution.

What that looks like:

• Structured processes and consistent standards across the board
• Direct, clear communication with leadership
• The autonomy to do your job-without micromanagement

The Work

You'll work on medium and heavy-duty commercial trucks and fleet vehicles—both in-shop and in the field-with a focus on uptime, safety, and getting repairs done right the first time.

Day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Advanced diagnostics on late-model trucks
• Brake systems, suspension, steering, driveline, and transmissions
• Electrical systems and emissions components
• Reading fault codes and diagnostic data accurately
• Verifying repairs through inspections and test drives
• Diagnose and repair equipment directly in the field
• Work independently with a high level of ownership
• Represent ACTS Fleet with professionalism and reliability

What You Bring

• Strong hands-on experience as a diesel technician
• Advanced diagnostic ability
• North Carolina State Inspection Certification
• Familiarity with OEM and aftermarket scan tools
• Ability to work independently and follow structured processes
• Clear communication and accountability
• CDL preferred, not required

This role is built for technicians who:

• Handle complex diagnostics without relying on others
• Take ownership of their work-shop or field
• Prefer working in an environment with consistent standards
• Want autonomy without chaos

Why Technicians Choose ACTS Fleet

Pay That Matches Your Output

Earn 20-30% above industry average

Weekly Pay

Paid every Friday

Real Work-Life Balance

3-day weekends every other week

Benefits That Matter

Health insurance, PTO, paid uniforms, and more

Paid OEM Training

Mitsubishi, Cummins, NAPA & ongoing technical education

Modern Shop + Mobile Operations

Clean facility, updated equipment, and well-supported field service

Stronger technicians should be doing higher-level work-in an environment that recognizes it.

If you're outperforming your current shop and want structure, autonomy, and a team that operates at your level, this is your next step.