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Diesel Mechanic

Service Transport Company
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 1/27/2026 CLOSED ON 2/26/2026

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*SUMMARY*

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Performs truck repair, maintenance work in accordance with industry standards, run diagnostics on vehicles and work closely with other team members to meet company goals.

  • ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES* include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Conduct regular preventive maintenance on service trucks, including inspection, tire rotation and oil changes

Perform minor repairs on trucks and trailers

Perform a truck and trailer brake job, which includes a complete tear down, parts needs analysis and reassembly of trailer brake and wheel end components.

Perform regular diagnostic tests on trucks

Trouble shoot and repair trailer light and electrical problems with minimal supervision

Trouble shoot and repair brake air system (including ABS) complaints with minimal supervision

Maintain accurate records of each repair performed on vehicles

Operate a tractor on the yard as required to move trailers to and from the shop area, yard, and inspection areas.

Perform truck and trailers inspections

Other duties as needed

  • QUALIFICATIONS *To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must know the identification and application of common hardware used in tractor and trailer repairs.

Must have experience doing tractor/trailer mechanic repairs

Must have required hand tools.

Must possess a valid license

Must have the ability to operate a tractor/trailer combination in close quarters

Must be able to follow Service Transport Compnay policies and guidelines in regards to acceptable conduct when dealing with fellow managers, employees, and vendors

*EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE*

Must have a high school education or GED.

Min. 1 yr. Diesel Mechanic work experience or a recent graduate from a diesel engine program

Must be able to follow Service Transport Company policies and guidelines in regards to acceptable conduct when dealing with fellow managers, employees, and vendors.

  • PHYSICAL DEMANDS *The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be able to walk, bend, reach, stoop, squat, kneel, grasp, and see.

Must be able to stand for extended periods of time on concrete.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22

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