Mechanic/Heavy Duty Vehicle Technician - Des Moines, IA

Spee-Dee Delivery Service•Des Moines, IA

10d•$20 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

Spee Dee Delivery is hiring a Mechanic/Heavy Duty Vehicle Technician in Des Moines, Iowa. The role diagnoses and repairs diesel engines and other powertrain components, air brakes, steering and suspension systems, electrical systems, and diesel emission systems. Available schedules are Monday through Friday with start times of 7:00 AM, 3:00 PM, or 11:00 PM. Pay is $20.00–$33.00 per hour based on experience, with an additional $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. Spee Dee Delivery is a family-owned and operated company founded in 1978. Its core business is standard, next-day, ground delivery. The company is headquartered in St. Cloud, Minnesota, employs over 1,800 people, and operates throughout the Midwest. Candidates must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check. The job includes physical activity and exposure to hazards associated with vehicle repair.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Hold a valid CDL Class A driver's license or be willing to successfully complete the company-paid CDL training program.
Have own tools or be able to obtain own tools to complete all job functions.
Be able to operate a manual transmission vehicle or be willing to learn.
Be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
Be able to pass a DOT physical exam.
Be able to spend a minimum of eight hours on feet.
Be able to bend, kneel, crouch, walk, and drive as required by the work environment.
Be able to 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, 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 with a team.
Perform routine truck inspections and maintain fleet equipment.
Help maintain an effective and clean work environment.
Perform other related duties as assigned.