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Entry Level Diesel Technician

Schneider
Gary, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026 CLOSED ON 5/16/2026

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Location:

Gary, IN, USA

Shift:

First shift

Schedule:

Full time; Wednesday-Friday and every other weekend, 7:00 A.M. - 5:30 P.M.

Job overview:

  • Start your shop career as an Entry Level Diesel Technician in Gary, IN.
  • Handle routine maintenance on trucks and trailers.
  • Complete component replacements and troubleshooting.


Responsibilities:

  • Perform routine repairs and preventative maintenance to include tire changes, minor electrical repairs and greasing.
  • Use maintenance software to create and track work orders.
  • Communicate status updates to internal customers.
  • Assist with general shop duties, including stocking, managing inventory and tracking repairs.


Skills and qualifications:

  • High school diploma/GED.
  • Relevant industry experience preferred.
  • Computer systems experience.
  • Able to provide own tools within 30 days of hire.


Pay and benefits:

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance.
  • Company-paid life insurance.
  • 401(k) savings plan with company match.
  • Results-based incentive pay program where you can earn above and beyond your base pay.
  • Paid time off and paid holidays.
  • Company-provided uniforms and safety eyewear.
  • Discounts on boots.
  • Company-paid training.
  • Non-exempt U.S. shop associates working weekend hours, receive a $0.65 per hour differential for hours worked. (Weekend hours worked between 9pm Friday – 5am Monday).
  • See full list of diesel technician benefits .


Schneider's inclusive culture

Our history has taught us that treating everyone with dignity and respect is vital to our ongoing success. We embrace and seek out diversity that is inclusive of thought, race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, age, religion, sexual orientation, ability, medical condition, veteran or military status, experience and background. This diversity and openness ensures all associates have equal access to opportunities and resources to contribute fully to the organization's success, and it fuels innovation, improves strategic thinking and cultivates leadership. Any applicant may request a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by contacting their Recruiter, Human Resources Business Partner, and/or Human Resources Leave Administration.

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