Mechanic/Heavy Duty Vehicle Technician

Spee-Dee Delivery Service • Des Moines, IA

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About The Position

Spee Dee Delivery is hiring a Mechanic/Heavy Duty Vehicle Technician to diagnose and repair diesel engines and other powertrain components, air brakes, steering and suspension systems, electrical systems, and diesel emission systems. The company is family owned and operated, was founded in 1978, and employs more than 1,800 people across the Midwest.

The position offers Monday–Friday shifts starting at 7:00 AM, 3:00 PM, or 11:00 PM. Pay is $20.00–$33.00 per hour based on experience, with a $2.00-per-hour shift differential for overnight positions. Overtime is paid at time and a half after 40 hours per week. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered for full-time Mechanic/Vehicle Technicians.

Applicants must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check. The work involves vehicle-repair hazards and physical activity, including spending at least eight hours on one’s feet and lifting up to 75 pounds.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• Must hold a valid CDL Class A driver's license or be willing to successfully complete the company-paid CDL training program.
• Able to use scan tools and laptop technology.
• Able to follow reasonable instructions and work independently and/or with a team.
• Must have own tools or be able to obtain tools needed to complete job functions.
• Able to operate a manual transmission vehicle or be willing to learn.
• Able to lift up to 75 pounds, pass a DOT physical exam, and spend a minimum of eight hours on feet.
• Able to bend, kneel, crouch, walk, and drive.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Two years of technical instruction in diesel or auto mechanics preferred.
• Welding and torch experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair diesel engines and other powertrain components.
• Diagnose and repair air brakes, steering and suspension systems, electrical systems, and diesel emission systems.
• Use scan tools and laptop technology.
• Follow reasonable instructions from the shift leader.
• Work independently and/or as part of a team.
• Perform routine truck inspections and maintain fleet equipment.
• Help maintain an effective and clean work environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $10,000 sign-on bonus for full-time Mechanic/Vehicle Technicians
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) plan
• Quarterly bonuses
• Paid overtime at time and a half after 40 hours per week
• Company-paid CDL training program

What This Job Offers

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