Heavy-Duty Diesel Mechanic:

About Truck Centers, Inc.

For over 50 years, three generations have led Truck Centers, Inc. from a single store dealership into our current network of ten, full‑service dealerships and two auxiliary locations proudly representing Freightliner and Western Star trucks in Illinois, Indiana, and Missouri. Our team has remained dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service in an environment that fosters collaboration, innovation, and a communal spirit of giving back.

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Job Description

Truck Centers, Inc. in South Bend, IN is looking to add seasoned diesel technicians to our Service team. This opportunity is best suited for professionals with proven, hands‑on experience working on heavy‑duty diesel equipment who are ready to make an immediate impact supporting our customers and keeping trucks on the road.

• We are pleased to offer up to a $7,500 signing bonus for qualified technicians with diesel experience.

• Perform consistent, high‑quality work according to OEM, warranty, and dealership standards.
• Read repair orders, observe and listen to vehicle operation, obtain diagnostics information, identify root cause malfunctions, plan work procedures, and perform necessary repairs on a vehicle as authorized.
• Perform general and major repair of all truck systems including, engine, transmission, suspension, brakes, HVAC, electronics, and more.
• Write thorough, organized documentation of diagnostic findings, repair status, and work performed using Service Notes to aid customer communication and warranty processing.
• Communicate with Parts department to obtain and verify necessary parts as well as Shop Foreman and Service Administration team regarding status updates or requests.
• Perform quality checks of all work performed.
• Road test vehicles to ensure the repairs performed have resolved the customer's complaint(s).

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver's License with ability to meet insurance requirements is required
• Class B CDL with air brake endorsement preferred;
  Class A CDL highly preferred
• Certificate from a diesel tech training school or a minimum of 4 years mechanical medium‑or heavy‑duty truck service experience in a shop setting or military installation
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and commitment to providing quality work
• Welding and fabrication skills are a plus
• Candidates must have their own tools; TCI provides specialty and OEM‑required tooling for on‑site, communal use
• Must participate in a pre‑employment background check and drug screen.

Pay Range: $25.16 - $42.00 per hour with yearly performance reviews available.

• 401(k) with company match
• Health insurance with 3 plan options, Vision Insurance, and Dental Insurance
• Paid time off including paid volunteer time
• Disability insurance
• FSA and HSA options
• Company paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Maternity leave
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• Company paid uniforms
• Company paid PPE allowance
• OEM and vendor certification training at no cost through our state‑of‑the‑art Training Center at our Troy & South Bend campuses to maintain your certifications and obtain new ones
• Tool insurance at no cost
• Company‑supplied specialty tooling

Truck Centers, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

We believe in the Hire to Retire philosophy and invest in individuals that we believe will be valuable assets to TCI and our customers for years to come. Thus, we want to help you live well through personal and professional growth plus a multitude of benefits.

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