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Master Diesel Technician - 1st Shift

Technical Truck & Trailer
Battle Creek, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 12/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/17/2026

Technical Truck & Trailer, an Autocar/Cummins truck dealership, is seeking a Master level Diesel Technician. We are looking for a highly motivated, self-guided individual interested in joining a team that’s focused on aggressive growth and maintaining quality service with a customer-first approach. Candidates must possess the skills needed to perform maintenance and repairs on a variety of medium/heavy duty vehicles and equipment while focusing on safety and efficiency.

Hourly Rate

$30 to $45.50 depending on experience

Benefits

Team Members and their families are a top priority. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Medical Insurance - 3 HSA options to choose from
  • Dental Insurance - Premium paid by Company
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Simple IRA with 3% company match after 1 year
  • Reimbursement for obtaining relevant certifications
  • Training & Development opportunities
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Annual boot allowance
  • Uniforms provided

Responsibilities

  • Perform maintenance and repairs on a variety of medium/heavy duty equipment – tractors, trailers, refuse vehicles, yard spotters, construction equipment
  • Conduct advanced vehicle diagnostics, hydraulic system diagnostics and electrical system diagnostics
  • Complete trailer repairs on all trailer systems
  • Complete repairs to alternative fuel systems including, but not limited to, CNG and Propane
  • Complete repairs on EV systems
  • Ensure compliance with company safety policies and procedures as well as legal regulations
  • Prepare and maintain handwritten and computer-generated work records of garage activities
  • Develop valuable customer relations and guarantee efficient attention to customer needs

General Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum 5 years of experience as a Diesel Technician
  • ASE or State of Michigan Master MD/HD Truck Certification
  • CDL A (for test-driving purposes only)
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills
  • Proficient with diagnostic software including Cummins INSITE, Allison DOC, Tech Tool, Bendix ACom, Meritor WABCO Toolbox
  • Experience with oxygen/acetylene torches
  • Experience with MIG welding
  • Provide your own tools
  • Clean driving record (less than 3 moving violations in previous 3 years)
  • Ability to pass a DOT physical, drug screen, and background check

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, reach, push/pull, grasp tools, lift/carry 50lbs
  • Ability to work in outdoor and noisy environments

Base Location

  • 392 Watkins Rd Battle Creek MI 49015

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $45.50 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • Do you have a valid State of Michigan Medium/Heavy Duty Mechanic Certification? If so, please list your certifications.

Experience:

  • Diesel Technician: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • CDL A (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30 - $46

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