Diesel Mechanic B 2nd Shift
About The Position
With direct supervision from a Lead Technician, Maintenance Supervisor, or Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Technician B performs repair and maintenance work on diesel and non-diesel equipment and trucks. Work may include chassis components, refuse bodies and their control systems, hydraulic and electrical systems, air brake systems, general engine work, HVAC components, suspension, drivetrain, and steering systems. The technician may also perform basic tire work, such as replacement, rotation, and tread-depth checks. The role supports a single fleet of technically advanced vehicles and includes on-site and road maintenance. The technician identifies malfunctions using electronic tools, performs line maintenance welding and fabrication, provides road service when needed, and completes applicable company training. The position is described as a regular second shift in a stable industry, with opportunities for training, recognition, and professional growth.
Requirements
- Ability to diagnose multi-system issues and consistently demonstrate technical expertise.
- Basic understanding of work-order labor-time standards.
- Prior experience with or knowledge of maintenance work on Class 1–5 light/medium-duty and Class 7–8 heavy-duty trucks, aircraft, or ships.
- Three to five years of technician experience demonstrating knowledge of diagnosis and repair of gasoline- and diesel-powered equipment, or graduation from an accredited automotive college or technical school within the next three months.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to perform basic inspections with limited supervision in some heavy-truck or automotive systems, including suspension and steering, general engine, transmissions, brakes, electrical, hydraulics, drivetrain, and diesel emissions.
Nice To Haves
- Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications (T1–T8); not required.
- Commercial Driver’s License; not required.
Responsibilities
- Maintain working knowledge and moderate skill proficiency in vehicle components and systems, performing preventive and repair maintenance on-site and on the road.
- Repair and maintain chassis components.
- Maintain and repair refuse bodies, including control, hydraulic, and electrical systems, and air and hydraulic braking systems.
- Perform light engine repair and maintenance.
- Maintain and repair suspension, drivetrain, and steering systems.
- Maintain and repair heating and air-conditioning systems.
- Perform line maintenance welding and fabrication.
- Provide safe road service when necessary to return company equipment to operation safely and efficiently.
- Identify sources of malfunctions using electronic tools.
- Complete applicable company training programs.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.
- Perform basic tire work, including replacement, rotation, and tread-depth checks.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans, and vision coverage.
- Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
- Employee discount programs.
- Retirement plan with a generous company match.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
- Paid Time Off (PTO).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
