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:

- Examine vehicles to determine extent of damage or malfunctions

- Repair, reline, replace and adjust brakes

- Review work orders and discuss work with supervisors

- Follow checklists to ensure all important parts are examined and other potentially troublesome areas

- Plan work procedures using charts, technical manuals and experience

- Communicate with driver to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems

- Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services

- Repair manual and automatic transmissions

- Replace and adjust headlights

- Comply with all safety, DOT and OSHA guidelines

- Adhere to company rules and regulations

- 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:

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

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