Heavy-Duty Diesel Mechanic - 1st Shift

Truck Centers•Foristell, MO

About The Position

Truck Centers, Inc. is hiring a Diesel Mechanic for its Service department. The mechanic performs diagnostics and repairs on medium- and heavy-duty trucks to help customers get back on the road. The role is first shift, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with a Saturday rotation. The position offers $26.99–$40.49 per hour with flat-rate pay and yearly performance reviews. The mechanic performs work to OEM, warranty, and dealership standards; diagnoses vehicle concerns; repairs truck systems; documents findings and work performed; coordinates with parts and service teams; checks repair quality; and road-tests vehicles. Candidates must bring their own tools, while Truck Centers supplies specialty and OEM-required tools for communal use.

Requirements

At least 3 years of mechanical medium- or heavy-duty truck service experience in a shop setting or military installation.
Valid driver's license and ability to meet insurance requirements.
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and commitment to quality work.
Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
Must have personal tools; specialty and OEM-required tooling is provided for on-site communal use.

Nice To Haves

Class B CDL with air brake endorsement preferred.
Class A CDL highly preferred.
Welding and fabrication skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform high-quality work in accordance with OEM, warranty, and dealership standards.
Review repair orders; observe and listen to vehicle operation; gather diagnostic information; identify root causes; plan procedures; and perform authorized repairs.
Perform general and major repairs on truck systems, including engines, transmissions, suspension, brakes, HVAC, and electronics.
Document diagnostic findings, repair status, and completed work using Service Notes to support customer communication and warranty processing.
Coordinate with the Parts department to obtain and verify parts, and communicate status updates or requests to the Shop Foreman and Service Administration team.
Perform quality checks on completed work.
Road-test vehicles to confirm repairs have resolved customer complaints.

Benefits

401(k) with company match.
Health insurance with two plan options.
Vision insurance.
Dental insurance.
Paid time off, including paid volunteer time.
Disability insurance.
FSA and HSA options.
Company-paid life and AD&D insurance.
Maternity leave.
Employee assistance program.
Wellness program.
Company-paid uniforms.
Company-paid boot allowance.
OEM and vendor certification training at no cost through the Training Center at the Troy and South Bend campuses.
Tool insurance at no cost.
Company-supplied specialty tooling.