2nd-Shift Diesel Mechanic

What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities)

• Master the Machinery: Diagnose, repair, and overhaul operational challenges for our heavy-duty diesel trucks, hydraulics, and specialized equipment.

• Keep the Fleet Moving: Maintain and fine-tune a diverse lineup of heavy diesel, CNG, gas, and electrically operated vehicles.

• Strategize & Plan: Take ownership of your workflow by planning and scheduling repairs directly in the M5 planner system, procuring the exact parts needed for a flawless execution.

• Lead the Standard: Ensure safety is always the top priority. You'll strictly follow all federal, state, and company safety regulations to keep yourself and your team safe.

• Collaborate & Mentor: Partner with the team to review mechanical write-ups, coordinate shop schedules, and help onboard and train incoming talent.

• Stay Ahead of the Curve: Keep your skills sharp and stay up-to-date on the latest industry technology through hands-on practice, technical manuals, and corporate training seminars.

• Run a Tight Ship: Bring your own personal hand/power tools to the table, keep them ready for action, and maintain a spotless, organized work area.

What You Bring (Requirements)

• Education: High school diploma or GED; a technical diploma or degree in diesel mechanics is a huge plus!

• Experience: At least one (1) year of dedicated experience working as a diesel mechanic.

• Tech Savvy: You are computer literate, eager to learn specialized diagnostic software, and ready to adapt to new digital tools.

• Compliance: Ability to pass and meet all company standards for safety-sensitive roles.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong communication skills and a team-first attitude.

• The independence to take a work order, follow detailed instructions, and run with it.

• Ability to comfortably read, understand, and utilize English repair and parts manuals.

• Capability to safely operate any fleet vehicle or heavy equipment necessary to get the job done.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• The Heavy Lifting: You're hands-on and active. You will regularly lift, push, or pull up to 100 pounds and handle heavy tools daily.

• Agility: Comfortable standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crawling, and climbing to get to the heart of a machine.

• Sharp Focus: High mental and visual focus required—including strong depth perception and color vision to diagnose complex wiring and mechanical issues.

• The Shop Environment: You thrive in a dynamic shop environment. You’ll regularly work around loud noise, moving mechanical parts, vibration, and varying North Carolina weather conditions.