Entry Level Diesel Mechanic
About The Position
Swift Transportation is hiring an Entry Level Diesel Mechanic. This position is responsible for completing quality preventative maintenance inspections and repairs on all company-owned equipment, including tractors, trailers, refrigerated units, and support equipment. The role involves performing preventative maintenance according to appropriate specifications (OEM, DOT, Swift, etc.), inspecting, analyzing, troubleshooting, diagnosing, and performing repairs on all equipment. Responsibilities also include disassembling, repairing, and reassembling heavy truck and trailer components such as refrigerated units, diesel engines, transmissions, axles, and other components or systems. Tire maintenance, including repairs, failure analysis, coding, and identification, is also a key part of the job. The company emphasizes a culture of safety, honesty, and mutual respect, fostering an environment where employees have a voice and contribute to the company's success.
Requirements
- 3+ years' experience with on the job training or diploma in vehicle maintenance from vocational or trade school required.
- Must possess the tools required to accomplish the essential job results required.
- High School or combination of training and/or experience required.
- Drivers license required.
- Demonstrated/proven superior customer service skills.
- Ability to read and understand repair manuals, understanding and ability to complete/fill tags and repair orders.
- Ability to use and learn various diagnostic software used on tractor/trailers.
- Must possess excellent computer skills.
Responsibilities
- Complete a quality preventative maintenance inspection and repairs on all company owned equipment, to include tractors, trailers, refrigerated units and support equipment.
- Perform preventative maintenance on all equipment to appropriate specifications (OEM, DOT, Swift, ect).
- Inspect, analyze, troubleshoot, diagnose and perform minor and/or complex repairs for all equipment.
- Disassemble, repair and re-assemble of Heavy Truck & Trailer components; including but not limited to; refrigerated units, diesel engines, transmissions, axles and any other components or systems.
- Perform tire maintenance to include: repairs, failure analysis, coding, identification.
Benefits
- Competitive starting salary commensurate with experience and geographic location.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
