Diesel Mechanic
About The Position
Allegiance Trucks is seeking a Diesel Mechanic to provide technical service and repairs on commercial trucks, engines, equipment, and components. The role includes troubleshooting, electrical and diagnostic work, completing repairs described on repair orders, inspecting and adjusting safety-related truck components, and verifying repairs through testing. The technician is also expected to keep the work area safe and orderly, handle tools properly, and advise service staff when additional repair work is needed. Candidates should have at least 1–2 years of medium- and/or heavy-duty diesel technician experience, a valid driver’s license, and a full set of personal hand tools. Applicants should have completed relevant diesel/automotive repair and service training or have equivalent hands-on experience. A high school diploma or GED is required; vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair is preferred. Allegiance Trucks offers training and career advancement opportunities, a benefits package, and performance-based technician incentive pay.
Requirements
- At least 1–2 years of work experience as a medium- and/or heavy-duty diesel technician.
- Positive attitude, motivation, and mechanical aptitude.
- 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.
- Successful completion of appropriate diesel/automotive certificate programs in repairs and service, or equivalent hands-on experience.
- Ability to use a personal computer and basic applications.
- Minimum of a high school diploma or GED.
Nice To Haves
- Vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair is preferred.
- Experience with International, Isuzu, Ford, Cummins, Detroit Diesel, CAT, Allison, Freightliner, Volvo, Mack, Kenworth, Peterbilt, or other brands is encouraged.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical service on vehicles and equipment, including troubleshooting and electrical and diagnostic services.
- Read repair orders and perform general and detailed repairs on trucks, engines, and components.
- Install and replace truck and engine components, including injectors, pistons, liners, camshafts, cylinder heads, bearings, oil pans, clutches, fan hubs, differentials, fifth wheels, brakes, batteries, and transmissions.
- 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 that they conform to specifications and that repairs are effective.
- Advise service staff when additional repair work is necessary.
- Tag all return 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.
- Complete other projects or initiatives as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive starting pay.
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Complimentary life insurance policy and voluntary coverage options.
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and floating holidays.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Additional training and career growth and advancement opportunities.
- Performance-based technician incentive pay plan.
- Annual Red Wing boot program providing $150.
- CDL and renewal costs may be covered.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
