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Diesel Mechanic

Retif Oil & Fuel
Harvey, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/2/2026 CLOSED ON 4/2/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diesel Mechanic position at Retif Oil & Fuel?

Description

Retif Oil & Fuel is one of the largest fuel and lubricant distributors in the southeast. We have proudly served our community since 1965, and we look forward to continued growth. At Retif, we are delivering energy to build communities.


We all work together to grow our annual gallons sold to allow for us to impact our communities by creating new job opportunities. 


We specialize in delivering energy. If you want to belong to a team that does that well every day, this might be the role for you. Our customers are in industries like transportation, construction, marine, and retail. If you have experience working with this type of customer – or want that experience – this role may be a great fit.


You will love it here if you value:

  • Trust – When we say we’re going to do something, we do it.
  • Team – Our players are the most important part of who we are.
  • Fun – We find a way to enjoy what we do every day.
  • Make an Impact – We positively affect our customers, co-workers, and community.
  • Learn and Evolve – We seek the best way, and we adapt.The Mechanic works in a fast-paced environment. This person will perform preventative maintenance and other routine repairs on trucks and trailers, utilizing hand tools and power tools when necessary.

 You’ll love coming to work every day if you get, want, and have the capacity to: 

  • Perform preventative maintenance, including but not limited to oil changes, truck/trailer inspections, brake jobs, and changing lights, tires, belts, etc.
  • Maintain the cleanliness of the shop
  • Be available for roadside assistance when necessary
  • Utilize equipment such as safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, various hand/power tools, welding equipment, cutting torch, extension ladder, jack, creeper, and stool for maneuvering under/around truck & trailer
  • Test mechanical products and equipment after repair of assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications

Requirements

 The best candidate will have the following qualifications: 

  • 1 year experience in fleet maintenance on tractor trailer repairs
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Courses, certificate, or diploma from vocational or technical school is preferred
  • Required to pass a DOT physical
  • Compliance with DOT and company regulations required
  • Your own tools are required

While performing duties, you may be required to sit, stoop, lift up to 100 pounds, type, communicate effectively, manage conflict, work evenings and/or weekends, attend remote meetings, and travel.

In the performance of respective tasks and duties, you are expected to:

  • Successfully perform quality work within deadlines with or without supervision
  • Interact professionally and confidently with other employees, customers, and contacts
  • Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments
  • Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations

 At Retif, we offer our employees several fantastic benefits. These benefits include:

  • Up to $1,500 sign-on bonus
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Company paid disability insurance
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Company paid AD&D insurance
  • And more!

This job description is not a contract of employment. The duties and responsibilities can change at any time at management’s discretion.


Retif Oil & Fuel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Retif provides employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

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