Diesel Mechanic

Allegiance Trucks • Bridgeport, CT

12d • $25 - $50

About The Position

Allegiance Trucks is a growing truck dealership group representing International, Hino, Isuzu, and Ford, with more than 40 locations across ten states. The Diesel Mechanic provides technical service and repairs on trucks, engines, equipment, and related components. The role performs troubleshooting, electrical and diagnostic services, general and detailed repairs, inspections, and verification road tests while maintaining a safe and orderly work environment.

The position requires at least 1–2 years of medium- and/or heavy-duty diesel technician experience, a valid driver’s license, a full set of personal hand tools, and detailed knowledge of commercial truck and engine repair or the ability to develop it through training. Appropriate diesel or automotive repair training, a certificate, or equivalent hands-on experience is required. A high school diploma or GED is the minimum education level; vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair is preferred.

Requirements

• Positive attitude, motivation, and mechanical aptitude.
• At least 1–2 years of work experience as a medium- and/or heavy-duty diesel technician.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must possess a full set of personal hand tools.
• Must have, or be able to develop through training, detailed knowledge of commercial truck and engine repair.
• Must have successfully completed appropriate diesel or automotive certificate programs in repairs and service, or have equivalent hands-on experience.
• Ability to use a personal computer and basic applications.
• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with International, Isuzu, Ford, Cummins, Detroit Diesel, CAT, Allison, Freightliner, Volvo, Mack, Kenworth, Peterbilt, or other truck and engine brands.
• Vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical service on vehicles and equipment, including troubleshooting, electrical work, and diagnostic services.
• Read repair orders and perform general and detailed repairs on trucks, engines, and components.
• Install and replace components, including injectors, pistons, liners, camshafts, cylinder heads, rod and main bearings, oil pans, clutches, fan hubs, differentials, fifth wheels, brakes, batteries, transmissions, and other parts.
• Examine protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices on trucks, and adjust them as needed.
• Lubricate moving parts and drive repaired vehicles to verify conformance to specifications and confirm repairs.
• Advise Service staff when additional repair work is necessary.
• Tag all returned warranty parts.
• Maintain a neat, orderly, and safe work environment and handle company tools properly.
• Follow safe work practices and procedures, use safety equipment when required, respond to safety suggestions, and seek assistance when necessary.
• Work on other projects or initiatives as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive starting pay.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans; complimentary life insurance; and voluntary coverage options.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and floating holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Additional training and opportunities for career growth and advancement.
• Performance-based Technician Incentive pay plan.
• Annual Redwing Boot Program providing $150.
• CDL and renewal costs may be covered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED