Diesel Mechanic

Diesel Mechanic

$35 - $50 per hour | Commerce, CA | On-site | Permanent

We provide temperature-controlled truckloads, or LTL. We're a asset-based Southern California refrigerated LTL and truckload carrier that provides same-day and next-day service to all points in Southern and Northern California

As a diesel mechanic offers ongoing professional training, a strong team culture, and competitive compensation.

Key Responsibilities

• Refrigeration Diagnostics:
  Troubleshoot, repair, and overhaul transport refrigeration systems (primarily Thermo King and Carrier units).
• Refrigerant Handling:
  Recover, evacuate, and recharge refrigerant systems following EPA guidelines.
• Diesel & Mechanical Repair:
  Diagnose and repair diesel engines, air/hydraulic brakes, suspension components, steering systems, and electrical wiring on Class 7 and Class 8 commercial trucks.
• Preventative Maintenance (PM):
  Perform scheduled vehicle and reefer unit maintenance, oil changes, belt replacements, and multi-point safety checks.
• DOT Inspections:
  Conduct federal and state-mandated vehicle and trailer inspections, filling out precise electronic documentation.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience:
  
  2 to 4+ years of hands-on experience working on heavy-duty diesel trucks. Experience on transport refrigeration equipment trucks a plus.
• Driver's License: A valid California Driver's License with a clean driving record. (Class A or B commercial license is a plus).
• Tools:
  Must provide personal standard hand and pneumatic tools; specialized diagnostic software and service vehicle provided by the employer.
• Certifications:
  
  Thermo King or Carrier factory certifications and EPA refrigerant certification a plus.
• Soft Skills:
  
  Ability to work independently under tight deadlines across congested Los Angeles traffic routes and communicate effectively with dispatch and fleet

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.