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Diesel Technician / Diesel Mechanic (Full-Time)
Weil Wrecker Service
Birmingham, AL (Metro Area)
$75,000 – $95,000 per year (based on experience)
Weil Wrecker Service has proudly served Birmingham and the surrounding metro area since 1977. We operate a modern, well-maintained fleet that includes light-, medium-, heavy- and super heavy-duty wreckers, rollbacks, and tractors with trailers. We take pride in clean equipment, professional standards, and long-term employees.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Diesel Technician to maintain and repair our Class 6, 7, and 8 fleet. This role is ideal for a technician who can work front to back, top to bottom, and is comfortable with diagnostics, wiring, hydraulics, and fabrication.
You’ll be responsible for keeping our fleet reliable, safe, and ready to work. This is a hands-on role for a technician who takes pride in quality repairs and preventative maintenance. Reporting to the Service Manager, you’ll play a key role in keeping our fleet safe, reliable, and ready to serve.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventive maintenance on Class 6–8 trucks
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
- Use computer-based diagnostic tools
- Perform general diesel repairs from engine to drivetrain
- Assist with wrecker body installation, repair, and mounting
- Welding and fabrication (preferred)
- Maintain detailed, accurate service records
- Ensure work meets safety and quality standards
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a diesel technician or heavy-duty mechanic
- Strong diagnostic skills (computer-based systems required)
- Knowledge of wiring, hydraulics, and electrical systems
- Welding/fabrication experience is a strong plus
- Attention to detail and pride in workmanship
- Ability to pass drug screen, background check, and MVR check
Schedule
- Monday – Friday
- Day shift
- 10-hour shifts
- Overtime available
Pay & Benefits
- Competitive weekly pay
- Annual pay range: $75,000 – $95,000
- 401(k) with company match
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
Apply in person at our main office:
3400 2nd Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35222
Weekdays, 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
(205) 251-4060
Pay: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- diesel technician or heavy-duty mechanic : 1 year (Preferred)
- Hydraulics: 1 year (Required)
- computer diagnostics: 1 year (Preferred)
Location:
- Birmingham, AL 35222 (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Birmingham, AL 35222 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $75,000 - $95,000