Diesel Truck Mechanic - Railyard Maintenance

ConGlobal•North Charleston, SC

41d•Onsite

About The Position

ConGlobal is seeking a highly skilled Diesel Truck Mechanic to join their dedicated maintenance team at the railyard. This role is essential for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining the mechanical, hydraulic, diesel, and electrical systems on a fleet of semi-trucks, trailers, and hostler vehicles. The mechanic will ensure all equipment is kept in top working condition by performing regular maintenance, responding to breakdowns, and ensuring safety standards are met at all times. ConGlobal is a leader in multimodal, industrial terminal operations with over half a century of experience in the intermodal industry. They are passionate about innovation and offer a wide range of services to meet evolving customer needs, with operations across the U.S., Mexico, and Costa Rica, and the largest depot terminal network in North America. This role offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and long-term advancement opportunities.

Requirements

1–3 years of experience working as a diesel mechanic, with experience on semi-trucks, trailers, or hostler vehicles.
Proficiency in diagnostic tools and mechanical repairs, including diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
Ability to work with schematics and troubleshoot electrical issues effectively.
Familiarity with maintenance scheduling systems and keeping accurate service records.
Strong troubleshooting and mechanical skills
Knowledge of all diesel engine systems, including fuel, electrical, cooling, and exhaust
Must be able to lift 50 lbs and work in all weather conditions
Must own necessary tools for the job
Willingness to work in varying weather conditions
Valid Driver’s License
Must pass a pre-employment background verification, physical and drug screening
Open availability

Nice To Haves

Experience with hostlers and forklifts is a plus
Experience with electric trucks is a plus
ASE Certification or equivalent is a plus
Experience with Caterpillar, Cummins, and Detroit diesel engines.
Experience with hostler trucks and terminal tractors.
Welding or fabrication skills a plus.
Experience working in an intermodal yard or rail yard environment.

Responsibilities

Inspect, diagnose, and repair diesel engines (Caterpillar, Cummins, Detroit) to maintain optimal performance.
Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems using schematics, ensuring all wiring and components are functioning correctly.
Perform preventive maintenance on tractors, trailers, and hostler trucks to minimize downtime.
Conduct full vehicle assessments and execute timely repairs on both scheduled and unscheduled service calls.
Maintain detailed service records of work completed, parts replaced, and maintenance schedules, ensuring compliance with safety and company standards.
Monitor and adhere to routine maintenance schedules, making sure all equipment receives necessary attention on time.
Communicate findings and repair needs effectively with the maintenance supervisor and team to prioritize and allocate resources appropriately.