Diesel Mechanic

Salem Carriers is hiring Diesel Mechanics to repair trucks, trailers, and other vehicles.

Salem Carriers’ reputation for transportation excellence is built on our commitment to people – especially our shop and fleet maintenance technicians who keep us in motion. With more than 55 years of experience and 40 full-service shop locations in the Southeast, we have a wide variety of career options to fit your life and earning needs.

CDL Diesel Mechanic job responsibilities include:

1. Examine vehicles to determine extent of damage or malfunctions.
2. Repair, reline, replace and adjust brakes.
3. Review work orders and discuss work with supervisors.
4. Follow checklists to ensure all important parts are examined and other potentially troublesome areas.
5. Plan work procedures using charts, technical manuals and experience.
6. Communicate with driver to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems.
7. Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services.
8. Repair manual and automatic transmissions.
9. Replace and adjust headlights.
10. Comply with all safety, DOT and OSHA guidelines.
11. Adhere to company rules and regulations.
12. Ensure cleanliness of shop and surrounding areas.

Advantages and benefits:

• Uniforms/ safety shoe program.
• Pay is negotiable and varies based on location and experience.
• Employee referral bonuses.
• Company sponsored skills training with pay increases!
• Health / Dental/ Vision/ Company Paid Life / Disability.
• Excellent pay.
• Paid birthday, vacation and holidays from date of hire.
• Education Reimbursement Program.
• Quality Safety Awards.
• Sign on bonus for NEW HIRES.

Qualifications:

1. High School diploma or equivalent.
2. Minimum 1 year recent medium/heavy diesel maintenance experience.
3. Must have own hand tools.
4. Basic computer skills.
5. CDL license preferred.
6. Good driving record and proven work history.
7. Must be able to work in extreme heat and cold temperatures.
8. DIAGNOSTIC EXPERIENCE IS A PLUS.

Bring your skills to a fleet with a well-deserved reputation for excellence - Salem Carriers! Apply today!