What are the responsibilities and job description for the Roadside Technician and In-shop Mechanic position at Elite Roadside Service?
Job Overview
Join Elite Roadside Service, a fast-growing, dispatch-driven roadside company specializing in heavy-duty semi-truck repair, with additional service for medium-duty trucks and passenger vehicles when needed.
This is a high-performance field technician role focused on tires, brakes, seals, bearings, electrical, and diagnostics. You will operate a fully equipped service truck, respond to live dispatch calls, and perform on-site repairs that keep drivers and fleets moving.
Core Responsibilities
- Respond to dispatched roadside calls quickly and professionally
- Diagnose and repair heavy-duty truck issues on-site, including:
- Tire repair and replacement- Semi Truck
- Brake inspections and brake repairs
- Hub, seal, and bearing issues
- Air leaks and basic air system repairs
- Lighting and electrical faults
- Perform battery diagnostics and jump starts
- Use scan tools and multimeters to diagnose electrical and engine-related issues
- Complete mechanical repairs to get units safely back on the road
- Communicate clearly with dispatch and customers (ETA, repair status, needs)
- Complete digital work orders (labor, parts, notes) accurately
- Maintain service truck, tools, and inventory
- Follow all roadside safety procedures (traffic awareness, cones, PPE)
Work Environment
- 100% field-based (roadside occasional lot/shop work)
- Covers major routes including I-75 and surrounding service areas
- Job Overview
Required Skills & Experience
- Strong mechanical experience (diesel)
- Ability to diagnose without supervision in real-world roadside conditions
- Experience with:
- Hand tools & power tools
- Air tools (½” & 1” impact, tire equipment)
- Electrical diagnostics (multimeter/daignostic laptops)
- Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Strong problem-solving mindset and urgency
- Reliable and self-motivated
- Valid driver’s license with clean driving record w/ Medical card
Preferred (But Not Required)
- Semi-truck / heavy-duty repair experience
- Tire service experience (commercial truck tires)
- Experience with Diesel Laptops or similar diagnostic tools
- Prior roadside or mobile mechanic experience
Compensation Structure (Performance-Based)
- Hourly
- High earning potential based on productivity and efficiency
What Makes Elite Different
- Dispatch-driven system = consistent call flow
- Focused service scope = faster jobs, higher volume
- Low downtime = more earning opportunities
- Real growth path as we expand into multiple cities
- You are not just a mechanic—you are the face of the company in the field
Who This Job Is For
- Techs who want to make real money, who are avaliable mornings and evenings
- People who can think on their feet and work independently
Who This Job Is NOT For
- Entry-level with no mechanical experience
- Anyone who needs constant supervision
- People uncomfortable working roadside or in traffic environment
- Strong mechanical experience (diesel or automotive)
- Ability to diagnose without supervision in real-world roadside conditions
- Experience with:
- Hand tools & power tools
- Air tools (½” & 1” impact, tire equipment)
- Electrical diagnostics (multimeter/ohmmeter)
- Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Strong problem-solving mindset and urgency
- Reliable and self-motivated
- Valid driver’s license with clean driving recordPreferred (But Not Required)
- Semi-truck / heavy-duty repair experience
- Tire service experience (commercial truck tires)
- Experience with Diesel Laptops or similar diagnostic tools
- Prior roadside or mobile mechanic experience
Pay: From $21.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21