Diesel Mechanic Technician

Savage Services is hiring!! Are you looking for a company that values you for the work you do? If you're a Diesel Mechanic, come to Savage for the challenge, growth and focus on safety and stay for years to come because of the outstanding culture that exists here. Our company was founded on processing and transporting materials for our customers. We understand and respect our Team Members as the lifeblood of what we do. Team Members are encouraged to find a better way and are enabled to "Do things they never dreamed possible".
Pay: $25.00 to $25.50 per hour to start.
These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Savage

• $2,500.00 Retention Bonus
• A culture that appreciates our Team Members
• $150/year hard toe boot allowance
• We provide Uniforms & PPE (laundering included)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid sick leave
• Profit Sharing
• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match
• TWIC badge reimbursement

Here is what you will be doing but not limited to the following:
The Diesel Mechanic will be involved in the Commercial Motor Vehicle
(CMV) maintenance efforts for the Savage Trucking Facility in Wilmington, CA
and ensure the facility's maintenance work is completed timely, efficiently and
safely through preventative maintenance. The Diesel Mechanic will report to the
General Manager.
• Perform road services
• Perform routine services
• Diagnose problems
• Maintain appropriate records
• Change/adjust brakes, change/mount tires, grease the CMVs, repair/replace lights, check/fill gear boxes, change oil/filter, check/change wheel bearings, change springs, clutch adjustment/replacement,
• Understand/repair air brake system
• Understand/repair steering components
• Understand/repair Trailer Suspension
• Steam-clean tractor/trailer units and other general cleanup duties such as the shop and grounds areas
• Responsible as a team with preventative maintenance practices for the facility
• Ensures all work is performed in compliance with regulatory requirements
• Ensures proper safety rules, maintenance and operating procedures
Requirements of a successful Diesel Mechanic
• CDL class A, a plus
• Mechanically inclined
• Knowledge of electrical system
• Ability to perform annual inspections
• Diagnostic ability
• Understanding of brake systems
• Computer skills a plus
• Excellent communication skills: written and spoken
• Must be dependable, honest and cooperative
• Must have clean work habits and willing to learn and follow all company guidelines and policies
• Savage is a military friendly company Previous military experience and proven ability to follow procedures is a plus.
Here are few of the physical requirements for this role:
• Will have exposure to chemicals and materials including acid wash, solvents, greases and oils
• Must be able to lift up to 60lbs
• Must be able to climb under truck on creeper
• Able and willing to enter confined spaces
• May be required to work 12 or more hours per shift
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Additional Information:
The complete job description is available upon request
Savage has been designated as a Military Friendly Employer.
Savage has been recognized as a Top Company for Women to Work For in Transportation by the Women in Trucking Association
Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug free workplace.
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For more information or questions about opportunities at Savage, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team.
Other details

• Job Family Skilled Player
• Pay Type Hourly
• Min Hiring Rate $25.00
• Max Hiring Rate $25.50

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