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Northwest Trucks of Bolingbrook
Diesel Mechanic (Technician) (Bolingbrook)
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What they do
A Diesel Mechanic repairs and rebuilds diesel engines for vehicles like trucks, ships, tractors, and buses.
$57,192 / year median in Illinois
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Diesel Mechanic (Technician) (Bolingbrook) Northwest Trucks of Bolingbrook - 2.6 Bolingbrook, IL Job Details Full-time $26 - $30 an hour 21 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications Diesel engine system repair Fabrication Computer operation Cutting torches Precision measurement in machining Computer skills Manual transmission Oxy-fuel welding Full Job Description You're meant to grow in your field, and we want to help you get there. Join a company that values your skills and is ready to help you get to new heights, but also respects your personal time. Join Northwest Trucks of Bolingbrook, a family-owned transportation company that's been putting their employees' growth at the forefront for over 40 years. Northwest Trucks of Bolingbrook is looking for a Diesel Mechanic (Technician) who is passionate about their work and ready to learn and grow. If you're looking for an opportunity to enhance your knowledge and your wages, this is the career for you! We are willing to train someone who has a positive attitude and great ambition as well. This is a career that offers competitive compensation and benefits that include medical, dental, vision, life, STD/LTD, vacation and holiday pay, and 401(k). We are also including all the Freightliner, Detroit Diesel and Cummins training that you want to take. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Shift:
Tuesday -Saturday Job Requirements:
- 5 yrs heavy truck maintenance experience preferred
- Brake Inspection Certification eligible
- In-depth knowledge of late diesel engines and on-board computers
- Experience using oxygen/acetylene equipment (cutting, heating, bending, fabricating equipment during repair) as well as precision measurement instruments
- Ability to safely operate vehicles equipped with manual and automatic transmission
- Ability to frequently lift components weighing approximately 65 pounds with appropriate equipment and/or assistance from another person
- Basic computer skills
- CDL Driver's license preferred, or the ability to obtain one