Diesel Mechanic - CDL Required

Dart Container•Waxahachie, TX

28d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled Diesel Mechanic with a commercial driver's license to join our team, specializing in maintaining and repairing our fleet of tractors and trailers. This role is crucial for ensuring our vehicles operate at their best and our fleet stays moving. You will be responsible for diagnosing and performing preventive maintenance and repairs on tractors and trailers, including engines, brake systems, drivetrain, suspension, chassis, and electrical systems. This includes disassembling, examining, reconditioning, and replacing parts. You will also drive tractors and trailers to validate repairs and ensure they meet regulatory and safety standards, operating Electronic Log Devices (ELD) and maintaining accurate records. The goal is to perform maintenance and driving practices that safely maintain the fleet, comply with laws and regulations, and meet company quality and safety standards.

Requirements

18 years of age with valid Class B CDL (Commercial Driver License) OR 21 years of age with valid Class A CDL (Commercial Driver License)
High School diploma with two (2) years of related experience, OR Associate degree with an emphasis in Vehicle Maintenance, Automotive Technology, Diesel Technology, or related field of study
Favorable driving record upon hiring and ability to maintain throughout duration of employment
Must meet all requirements to be Power Industrial Truck Operations (PITO) certified
Experience using diagnostic equipment, scan tools and personal computer

Responsibilities

Properly diagnose and perform preventive maintenance and repairs on tractors and trailers, including but not limited to gas and diesel-powered engines, hydraulic and air brake systems, drivetrain, suspension, chassis and electrical systems.
Disassemble, examine parts for defects and excessive wear, recondition and replace parts.
Drive tractors and trailers as needed to validate that repairs meet regulatory requirements and conform to safety standards.
Drive diesel or gas tractor in accordance with commercial driving regulations of State Department of Transportation (DOT), US DOT, and the Interstate Commerce Commission (ICC).
Operate Electronic Log Device (ELD), ELD software, and maintain accurate records per local, state, and federal regulations, DOT’s and ICC’s laws as necessary.
Perform maintenance and driving practices and processes intended to safely maintain the fleet and comply with appropriate laws and regulations, meet the company quality and safety standards to serve the needs of our customers.