Heavy-Duty Truck Technician - Diesel Engines

Location: North of Brandon, SD, on Highway 11
Pay: $30 per hour, based on experience and quality of work
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Overtime: 40 hours of overtime available

Are you an experienced diesel technician who takes pride in quality work and enjoys diagnosing and repairing heavy-duty trucks? Matt's Repair is looking for a skilled Heavy-Duty Truck Technician – Diesel Engines to join our established shop just north of Brandon, South Dakota.

We have been in business for 20 years and service a wide variety of trucks, vehicles, and equipment. Much of our work involves Class 8 trucks, including Peterbilt and Kenworth, along with Caterpillar and Cummins diesel engines.

If you're reliable, self-motivated, and looking for a shop with a laid-back atmosphere, consistent work, and opportunities to earn overtime, we'd like to hear from you!

• Competitive Pay: Starting at $30 per hour, based on experience and quality of work
• Overtime Opportunities: 40 hours of overtime available
• Consistent Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Health Benefits: Health and dental insurance, plus Aflac supplemental coverage
• Retirement: 401(k) plan
• Paid Holidays: All major holidays paid
• Work Uniforms: Uniforms and laundry service provided
• Annual Raises: Based on performance and quality of work
• Comfortable Shop: Air conditioning addition planned for spring 2026
• Additional Opportunity: Option to operate the service truck, if interested

As a Heavy-Duty Truck Technician, you will diagnose, maintain, and repair heavy-duty trucks and diesel engines to keep vehicles operating safely and reliably.

Responsibilities include:

• Diagnose and repair Class 8 heavy-duty trucks and diesel-powered equipment.
• Perform engine diagnostics, repairs, removals, and replacements.
• Troubleshoot and repair diesel engines, including Caterpillar and Cummins systems.
• Service and repair Peterbilt, Kenworth, and other heavy-duty vehicles.
• Perform mechanical repairs, preventative maintenance, and component replacements.
• Use diagnostic equipment and specialty tools to identify and resolve mechanical issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Complete repairs accurately and efficiently while maintaining high-quality workmanship.
• Assist with mobile service calls when interested and needed.

We're looking for a technician with the skills and experience to handle a variety of heavy-duty diesel repairs.

• Previous experience repairing heavy-duty diesel trucks is required.
• Strong knowledge of Class 8 truck systems and diesel engine repair.
• Experience with Peterbilt, Kenworth, Caterpillar, and/or Cummins equipment is preferred.
• Experience with engine repair, engine swaps, and major mechanical repairs is highly valued.
• Must have your own mechanic's tools.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and complete repairs independently.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and committed to quality workmanship.
• CDL is a plus but is not required.

At Matt's Repair, we believe in doing quality work and providing a good place for our employees to work. We're an established business with 20 years of experience, a clean shop, a laid-back atmosphere, and a team that takes pride in what we do.

You'll have the opportunity to work on a variety of heavy-duty trucks and diesel engines while earning competitive pay, accessing overtime opportunities, and receiving benefits that support you both on and off the job.

Ready to put your diesel experience to work? Apply today to join the team at Matt's Repair!

Learn more about us at www.matts-repair.com.