On-Highway Diesel Technician - Heavy Duty Truck

Sammons Industrial; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and bonuses

ESOP ownership

401(k)

Training and tuition reimbursement

Work/Life Balance

Paid holidays and time off

Health and wellness benefits

Tool benefits, PPE/Uniforms, safety-bo

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Job summary

Sammons Industrial is seeking a skilled diesel technician to diagnose, repair, and rebuild heavy-duty truck components in a fast-paced service environment. You’ll work on diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulics, and electrical systems, with emphasis on safety and quality workmanship.

You’ll join Briggs Truck & Rail, part of Sammons Industrial, with an ESOP structure and 130+ years of history. Travel to customer sites may be required; competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 3+ years of heavy-duty truck repair experience.
• Strong diesel mechanical aptitude and diagnostic ability.
• Welding or fabrication experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and rebuild heavy‑duty truck components and systems, including diesel engines, transmissions, drive axles, differentials, hydraulics, brakes, steering, electrical, and related systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, failure analysis, component removal, repairs, basic welding, and other work to keep equipment safe and operating to specification.
• Take safety seriously; follow procedures, maintain a safe work environment, and comply with applicable requirements.
• Maintain accurate service records, manage parts, and pursue necessary training and certifications.

Skills

Diesel repair aptitude

Diesel diagnostics

Hands-on technician

Use precision tools

Welding/fabrication

Clear communication

Customer-first mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school preferred

Tools

Precision measuring tools

Welding equipment

Own tools

Job description

Remote Type

You belong at a company that treats you like an Owner!

Sammons Industrial is an employee-owned family of businesses dedicated to becoming the preferred single-source solution for industrial operations. Our company is made up of Briggs Industrial Solutions, Sammons Warehouse Solutions, and SitePro Rentals.

Join a team that takes care of you. Here are some ways we do that:

• Competitive Pay and Performance-Based Bonuses
• Earn retirement savings without any cost to you through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k)
• Training and Tuition Reimbursement
• Work/Life Balance
• Paid Holidays and Time Off
• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Tool Benefits, PPE/Uniforms, Safety Boot Program
• Life and Short Term Disability paid for by company

At Briggs Truck & Rail, our people are what make us strong. For more than 130 years, we’ve built our reputation by doing things the right way—working safely, taking care of our customers, and standing behind our people.

How You’ll Make a Difference

When a truck goes down, our customers count on us to get it running again. Your experience and technical know-how will help diagnose complex issues, make dependable repairs, and keep our customers moving.

You’ll have the opportunity to tackle challenging work, build your skills, and be part of a team where safety, craftsmanship, and looking out for one another come first.

What You’ll Do

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and rebuild heavy-duty truck components and systems, including diesel engines, transmissions, drive axles, differentials, hydraulics, brakes, steering, electrical, and related systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, failure analysis, component removal, repairs, basic welding, and other work needed to keep equipment safe and operating to specification.
• Put safety first on every job by following proper repair procedures, maintaining a safe work environment, and complying with Company, DOT, OSHA, and other applicable requirements.
• Take ownership of the complete job by maintaining accurate service records, managing necessary parts and supplies, caring for Company equipment and vehicles, and completing required technical training and certifications.

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or GED and 3+ years of relevant heavy-duty truck, diesel, or related equipment repair experience; trade school and technician certifications are preferred.
• Strong diesel mechanical aptitude, diagnostic ability, and hands‑on experience with major truck components and systems, along with the ability to use precision measuring instruments.
• Welding or fabrication experience is preferred, along with strong communication skills, sound judgment, and a customer‑first mindset.
• A valid driver’s license, your own tools, the ability to lift up to 75 pounds and perform physical work throughout the day, plus flexibility to travel to customer sites and participate in an on‑call schedule as needed.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

• Join a hardworking team that values safety, integrity, teamwork, and taking care of people.
• Build your career through hands‑on experience, technical training, certifications, and opportunities to keep growing your skills.
• Be part of a company with more than 130 years of history—a place built on reliability, hard work, and relationships that last.

Job Details

Pay Type

Hourly