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Medium & Heavy-Duty Diesel Technician

ACTS Fleet Maintenance, Inc.
Knoxville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 12/14/2025 CLOSED ON 1/25/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medium & Heavy-Duty Diesel Technician position at ACTS Fleet Maintenance, Inc.?

ACTS Fleet is hiring experienced Medium & Heavy-Duty Diesel Technicians in Knoxville, TN—and we built this role for techs who know their craft and want long-term stability.

If you’re confident with diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and medium/heavy truck repairs, this is a shop where your skills are respected and your time matters.

What You’ll Be Working On

You’ll service medium to heavy-duty commercial trucks and fleet vehicles, focusing on uptime, safety, and quality repairs—not rushed guesswork.

Day-to-Day Work Includes:

  • PM services on fleet trucks (DOT inspections, fluids, filters, brakes)

  • Diagnosing and repairing medium & heavy-duty diesel engines

  • Advanced computer diagnostics on late-model trucks

  • Brake systems, steering & suspension, driveline, and transmissions

  • Engine accessories, electrical systems, and emissions components

  • Verifying repairs through inspections and test drives

  • Using shop-provided hoists, hydraulic jacks, and modern tooling

  • Reading fault codes and diagnostic data to make accurate repairs the first time

What You Bring to the Shop
  • Solid hands-on experience as a diesel technician

  • Strong diagnostic skills (not just parts swapping)

  • Familiarity with OEM and aftermarket scan tools

  • Ability to work independently and follow repair procedures

  • CDL preferred, not required

Why Diesel Techs Choose ACTS Fleet
  • Pay That Respects Your Skill
    Earn 20–30% above industry average

  • Weekly Pay
    Paid every Friday

  • Work-Life Balance That’s Real
    3-day weekends every other week

  • Benefits That Matter
    Health insurance, PTO, paid uniforms, and more

  • Paid OEM Training
    Mitsubishi, Cummins, NAPA & ongoing technical education

  • Clean, Modern Shop
    Professional facility with up-to-date equipment

  • Career Advancement
    Clear leadership paths through our Technician Growth Program©

If You Know Diesel, We Want to Talk

If you’re a medium or heavy-duty diesel tech looking for better pay, better hours, and a shop that values your expertise, ACTS Fleet is ready for you.

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