Heavy-Duty Diesel Mechanic - 2nd Shift

Truck Centers•Mount Vernon, IL

5d•$25 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

Truck Centers, Inc. is continually growing, and that means we have an ongoing need for Service Technicians and Certified Diesel Mechanics of varying experience to join our team. As a Diesel Mechanic, you are a vital part of our Service department and essential to getting our customers back on the road. We have two shift options available: - Monday, Tuesday, Friday 11:30am-10pm & Saturday, 7am-5pm OR - Wednesday-Friday, 11:30am-10pm & Saturday, 7am-3pm WHAT YOU'LL DO: Perform consistent, high-quality work according to OEM, warranty, and dealership standards. Read repair orders, observe and listen to vehicle operation, obtain diagnostics information, identify root cause malfunctions, plan work procedures, and perform necessary repairs on a vehicle as authorized. Perform general and major repair of all truck systems including, engine, transmission, suspension, brakes, HVAC, electronics, and more. Write thorough, organized documentation of diagnostic findings, repair status, and work performed using Service Notes to aid customer communication and warranty processing. Communicate with Parts department to obtain and verify necessary parts as well as Shop Foreman and Service Administration team regarding status updates or requests. Perform quality checks of all work performed. Road test vehicles to ensure the repairs performed have resolved the customer's complaint(s).

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Valid Driver's License with ability to meet insurance requirements is required
Class B CDL with air brake endorsement preferred; Class A CDL highly preferred
Certificate from a diesel tech training school or a minimum of 4 years mechanical medium- or heavy-duty truck service experience in a shop setting or military installation
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and commitment to providing quality work
Welding and fabrication skills are a plus
Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
Candidates must have their own tools; TCI provides specialty and OEM-required tooling 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 consistent, high-quality work according to OEM, warranty, and dealership standards.
Read repair orders, observe and listen to vehicle operation, obtain diagnostics information, identify root cause malfunctions, plan work procedures, and perform necessary repairs on a vehicle as authorized.
Perform general and major repair of all truck systems including, engine, transmission, suspension, brakes, HVAC, electronics, and more.
Write thorough, organized documentation of diagnostic findings, repair status, and work performed using Service Notes to aid customer communication and warranty processing.
Communicate with Parts department to obtain and verify necessary parts as well as Shop Foreman and Service Administration team regarding status updates or requests.
Perform quality checks of all work performed.
Road test vehicles to ensure the repairs performed have resolved the customer's complaint(s).

Benefits

Pay Range: $24.88 - $37.32 per hour with flat rate pay and yearly performance reviews available.
401(k) with company match
Health insurance with 3 plan options, Vision Insurance, and 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 PPE allowance
OEM and vendor certification training at no cost through our state-of-the-art Training Center at our Troy & South Bend campuses to maintain your certifications and obtain new ones
Tool insurance at no cost
Company-supplied specialty tooling