2nd Shift Experienced Diesel Truck Technician

Clarke Power Services • Knoxville, TN

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About The Position

Clarke Power is hiring an experienced diesel truck technician for a second-shift role. The schedule is four 10-hour shifts, Monday through Thursday, from 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. The technician will receive top pay plus a $2-per-hour shift differential. Training will take place on first shift before the role moves to second shift starting January 2027.

The technician repairs and maintains customer vehicles and mechanical equipment, potentially including mobile service. Work includes preventive maintenance inspections (PMIs) on tractors, trailers, and other diesel-powered equipment, as well as engine, brake, drivetrain, electrical, and air-conditioning repairs. The role requires independent work, use of digital devices to document repairs, and test-driving vehicles under 26,000 GVW. Standard technician-owned tools are required; major shop tools and diagnostic equipment are provided.

The position requires frequent movement, standing, walking, and sitting; regular lifting or moving of up to 50 pounds; and occasional lifting or moving of up to 100 pounds with assistance. The technician must follow health and safety requirements and be able to read and write reports.

Clarke Power describes itself as more than 60 years strong and growing, and offers training, competitive pay, benefits, and career-growth opportunities. The company is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience.
• Standard technician-owned tools are required.
• Must have a valid driver's license with no more than two moving violations and/or at-fault accidents on the driving record within the past three years.
• Must have no drug- or alcohol-related conviction on the driving record in the past five years, such as DUI/DWI.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States and not require work authorization sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must be able to obtain a DOT medical card.
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Must be able to read and write reports.

Nice To Haves

• Certificate or degree from a college or technical school.
• Detroit Diesel or Allison Transmission experience.
• ASE certification in preventive maintenance inspections and brakes.
• CDL license.

Responsibilities

• Use a smartphone, laptop, and tablet to record all repairs.
• Repair and maintain customer vehicles and mechanical equipment, potentially including mobile service.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections on tractors, trailers, and other diesel-powered equipment.
• Perform engine, brake, drivetrain, electrical, and air-conditioning repairs.
• Test-drive vehicles under 26,000 GVW.
• Work independently.
• Implement and enforce health and safety rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and prescribed instructions.
• Read and write reports.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting the first day of the month after hire.
• Healthcare savings account option with annual company contribution.
• 401(k) savings plan with company contribution every paycheck.
• Paid holidays and vacation.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Free access to discounts on dining, travel, retail, and other services across the country.
• Training and career-growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed