Diesel Mechanic

Location

• 15 Sharpners Pond Rd, North Andover, MA, 01845, United States

• Base Pay $23.00 - $60.00 / Hour
• Pay rate is $25-55 per hour.
• Shift Differential for 2nd shift starts at $3 per hour.
• Second shift offers a $2-4 per hour shift differential.
• Option to work 4 ten hour shifts!

• Mechanic, Diesel, Technician
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt

• Name Samantha Berical
• Phone

Kenworth Northeast has Heavy Duty Truck Technician positions available for experienced and reliable team members. You'll perform and/or assist in the performance of general mechanical duties, diagnose transmission or clutch failures, differential failures and repair or replace as needed. Our technicians are the lifeline of our trucks, and we believe in rewarding excellence with financial incentives in production and education. We provide all associates with flexible schedules, paid training and plenty of opportunities to advance.

We are looking for experienced and reliable 1st Shift Diesel Mechanics to join our Middleton, MA team. You'll perform a wide variety of maintenance duties to help keep our customers’ trucks on the road.

• Multiple medical plan options: employer subsidized.
• Dental and vision plan options
• Short term & long-term disability; group insurance rates
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• Fidelity 401k plan with company match
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Six paid holidays observed per year.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid training and opportunities for growth and development
• Quarterly tool allowance
• Annual safety shoe program

• Performs and assists in the performance of general mechanical duties.
• Diagnose transmission or clutch failures, differential failures; repair or replace as needed.
• Works on major components with close supervision; performs troubleshooting on minor problems such as basic check engine lights and symptoms on MX and Cummins products using EDS and Diagnostic Assistant.
• Basic wiring troubleshooting and repairs.
• Performs diagnostics on HVAC systems, replace parts as needed.
• Able to remove and replace external engine components such as exhaust manifolds, EGR coolers & valves.
• Able to replace fuel injectors and perform overhead valve and injector adjustments & tune‑up.
• Proficient with welding, torch cutting and fabrication.
• Attends training sessions and meetings.
• Maintains a neat and orderly working area, and proper handling of company tools.
• Advises the Shop Foreman if additional repair work is necessary.
• Follows safe work practices and procedures, uses safety equipment when required, responds to suggestions for working safely and seeks assistance when necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Minimum 1-2 years hands‑on experience and on‑the‑job training in a related mechanical field; graduate of vocational courses or equivalent experience and training.
• Experience in truck dealership preferred but not required.
• A/C and Brake experience.
• CAT Engine experience preferred but not required.
• MX Engine experience preferred.
• Electrical experience.
• Necessary tools to perform position responsibilities.
• Proficient in reading and speaking English.
• CDL preferred, but not required.

If you're eager to roll up your sleeves and make a difference alongside a team that feels more like family, we're eager to welcome you. Apply today to learn more about what Kenworth has to offer you!

Providing the services our customers deserve. Delivering the satisfaction they expect.

Kenworth Northeast is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.