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Diesel Technician / Mechanic - Yakima, WA

Freightliner Northwest
Yakima, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/2/2027

Overview

Diesel Technicians at Gordon Truck Centers (GTC) dealerships lead the charge in workmanship, commitment to safety, and providing reliable, first-class service to customers across the Pacific Northwest.

GTC builds the team with the best employees and we’re hiring experienced Diesel Technicians for the Yakima, WA location.

 

At GTC, you will be working with cutting-edge industry technologies. With the help of a team and leadership you can rely on as well as training to build your skillset, we’ll coach and encourage you every step of the way in well equipped, safe facilities where you’re empowered to do what’s right - whether you’re performing routine maintenance or complete engine overhauls. Click to learn more about GTC.

 

About GTC

Helping customers satisfy their transportation needs since 1986, Gordon Truck Centers, Inc. (GTC) is an expanded network of 19 dealerships doing business as Gordon Truck Centers, Freightliner Northwest, Western Star Northwest, TrailerCraft, Western Mountain Bus and Freightliner of Hawaii. As a full-service Freightliner, Western Star, Wilson Trailer dealership family, GTC can sell, finance, insure and service commercial trucks for medium and heavy-duty applications.

Responsibilities

  • Run diagnostic tests and analyze results.
  • Repair or replace vehicle engines, steering mechanisms, transmissions, and braking systems.
  • Working knowledge of engines, transmissions, differential, A/C and suspensions.
  • Determine unit condition by conducting inspections & diagnostic tests, identifying deficiencies.
  • Able to read schematics for electrical and air systems.
  • Develop technical skills through training opportunities.
  • Test equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications; make necessary adjustments if required.
  • Ensure the cleanliness of the shop.

Qualifications

Compensation

Based upon level of skill and experience, hourly compensation is $20.00 to $50.00. Night shift, weekend shift, and lead/mentor differential pay available.

 

GTC General Benefits Description

Gordon Truck Centers, Inc. (GTC) provides a healthcare plan that covers medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits for eligible employees as well as a basic group term life insurance policy and employee assistance program (EAP). Eligible employees can enroll in our company Health Savings Account (HSA). Tuition reimbursement and profit sharing are available for employees.

For retirement savings, GTC offers traditional pre-tax 401(k) and post-tax Roth 401(k) options.  For qualifying employees, the company will match dollar for dollar of your contributions up to 3% of your income. Employees receive paid vacation, personal time off (PTO) and six (6) paid holidays. More information can be found at https://www.gordontruckcenters.com/benefits.

 

 

GTC is an equal opportunity employer. This position is classified as safety sensitive. All offers of employment are made contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check. A motor vehicle records check is also required for positions with driving responsibilities. Mechanics frequently lift up to 75 pounds and must have a full complement of tools.

 

E-Verify Program

Gordon Truck Centers, Inc. uses the E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates. For up-to-date information on E-Verify, go to www.uscis.gov and click on 'E-Verify' located near the bottom of the page.

Salary : $20 - $50

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