Shop Technician

Jobtailor; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a skilled automotive diesel technician to perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and complex repairs on heavy-duty vehicles. You will work with J-Pro, FleetCross, and OE software, document work orders, and deliver professional service to customers.

The role requires ASE certifications or commitment to obtain them, along with Air Brake and DOT credentials. You must be willing to work nights, weekends, and on-call schedules, maintaining safety and

Qualifications

• Must complete TIA tire training.
• Air Brake Certification required.
• DOT Medical Card required.
• ASE certifications preferred; Shop Technician IV must obtain listed T2/T4/T5/T6/T7 within one year.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance, tire services, and emergency road calls.
• Conducts DOT inspections and ensures regulatory compliance.
• Performs service calls, including night and on-call assignments as required.
• Diagnoses and repairs vehicle systems using J-Pro, FleetCross, and OE software.
• Documents labor, parts used, and warranty information in work orders.
• Performs engine, fuel, emissions, drivetrain, wheel-end, air system, HVAC, and electrical system repairs.
• Maintains shop cleanliness and safety and supports team members.

Skills

Customer service

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

English communication

Education

ASE certifications (T2, T4, T5, T6, T7)

Air Brake Certification

DOT Medical Card

Tools

J-Pro

FleetCross

OE software

Job description

Responsibilities

• Performs all preventive maintenance services, tire services, and emergency road service calls.
• Conducts DOT inspections and ensures compliance with all applicable regulations.
• Performs service calls, including night and on‑call assignments as required.
• Utilizes diagnostic platforms including J‑Pro, FleetCross, and OE software to diagnose and repair vehicle systems.
• Completes work orders accurately, documenting labor performed, parts used, and required warranty information.
• Performs intermediate to advanced engine repairs, including diagnostics, cooling system components, fuel system components, turbos, oil systems, and related accessories.
• Performs emissions system diagnostics and repairs, including DPF, EGR, sensors, and regeneration procedures.
• Performs intermediate to advanced drivetrain repairs, including clutches, differentials, PTOs, axle assemblies, transmissions, and driveline components.
• Performs wheel‑end repairs, including bearings, seals, hubs, and spindle evaluation.
• Conducts air system and air brake diagnostics and repairs, including ABS systems, compressors, valves, and sensors.
• Performs advanced steering and suspension repairs, including gear boxes, kingpins, springs, shackles, hangers, tie rods, torsion arms, and fifth wheels.
• Performs electrical system diagnostics and repairs, including voltage drop testing, parasitic draw testing, starters, alternators, and engine‑related sensors.
• Performs HVAC diagnostics and repairs, including recovery, evacuation, recharge, compressors, driers, expansion devices, evaporators, condensers, and HVAC controls.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of the shop, tools, and equipment.
• Ensures all tools, jacks, and service vehicles are maintained in safe working condition.
• Stays current with LMS training requirements and complete OSHA Skills Demonstrations as required.
• Provides friendly, professional, and competent customer service at all times.
• Adheres to all company safety policies, procedures, and OSHA requirements.

Requirements

• Ability to complete TIA tire training
• Air Brake Certification required
• DOT Medical Card required
• ASE certifications preferred; Shop Technician IV must obtain or maintain the following (or equivalent) within one year of promotion: T2:Diesel Engines, T4: Brakes, T5: Suspension & Steering, T6: Electrical/Electronic Systems
• T7: Heating, Ventilation & A/C Section 609 HVAC certification required for HVAC service.
• Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record.
• Ability to attend and successfully complete HVAC, Electrical, and DOT training.
• Ability to obtain required ASE, DOT, and other certifications.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, nights, and on‑call schedules as needed.
• Reliable transportation and phone.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (as applicable).
• Ability to work cooperatively with team members and deliver excellent customer service.