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Swift Transportation

Diesel Mechanic

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What they do

A Diesel Mechanic repairs and rebuilds diesel engines for vehicles like trucks, ships, tractors, and buses.

$56,492 / year median in Indiana

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Hiring Immediately!
Now Hiring Diesel Mechanics/Technicians Pay:
$23.00-$30.00
Shift:
Monday to Friday 9am to 5:30pm
Address:
6500 W Airport Rd Gary, IN 46406 What we offer our
Diesel Mechanics:
Comprehensive Benefits Package which includes: 401(K) Overtime Eligible Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Supplemental and Life Insurance, Health and Dependent FSA Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off Employee Stock Purchase Plan Employee Discounts Tuition Covered Colleges or Tuition Assistance Programs Tool / Boot Purchase Program Potential quarterly bonus pay based on company performance Immediate holiday pay Uniforms w/ laundry service Continual shop technician web/ hands-on training Eligible for
Shop Tuition Reimbursement Pet Insurance Job Responsibilities:
What you will do as a Diesel Mechanic Complete a quality preventative maintenance inspection and repairs on all company owned equipment, to include tractors, trailers, refrigerated units and support equipment. Perform preventative maintenance on all equipment to appropriate specifications (OEM, DOT, Swift, etc.) Inspect, analyze, troubleshoot, diagnose and perform minor and/or complex repairs for all equipment. Disassemble, repair and re-assemble of Heavy Truck & Trailer components.
Perform tire maintenance to include:
repairs, failure analysis, coding, identification.
Qualifications:
What you need to bring Knowledge of vehicle systems and basic vehicle maintenance preferred. High School or combination of training and/or experience required. Drivers license required. Demonstrated/proven superior customer service skills. Ability to read and understand repair manuals, understanding and ability to complete/fill tags and repair orders. Ability to use and learn various diagnostic software used on tractor/trailers. Must possess computer skills. Accelerate your Career! Regardless if you're a seasoned Diesel Mechanic or just beginning your career, come join the team that can take you to the next level. When you join the Swift Team, you have a powerful force of experienced Diesel Technicians, Leaders, and Trainers behind you. One that always has your back. We're one of the biggest fleets on the road and we make our presence known, with more than 13,000 trucks, 60,000 trailers, 12,000 company drivers , and over 70 0 Fleet Technicians. We're dedicated to those who keep our trucks moving and we need skilled Diesel Mechanics to be the backbone of our fleet. Join a team that provides hands-on OEM training with manufacturers such as Freightliner, International, Volvo, Cummins, and Detroit. Our Fleet Mechanics enjoy continual opportunities for growth and career advancement. The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. JE123