Diesel Field Mechanic

Yard Truck Specialists is the nation’s premier dealership for spotter trucks and terminal tractors. Headquartered in Philadelphia with additional locations in Harrisburg and Pittsburgh, we sell, rent, service, and rebuild more jockey trucks than anyone, anywhere, because we are backed by the largest truck fleet, the biggest parts inventory, and the best sales and service partners working today. Period.

We are seeking a Field Service Technician with diesel mechanic experience to join our team for immediate hire to provide terminal tractor service in the greater Harrisburg area. This position will require a candidate who can work with limited supervision and has the ability to think and operate independently as well as part of a team.

If this sounds like you, we'd love to talk to you about joining our group of expert mechanics. And if you happen to be an auto mechanic who’s considering changing industries? We want to talk to you too! Some training options are available.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspect engines to diagnose technical problems.
• Determine required and appropriate repairs.
• Maneuver and comfortably manage heavy equipment.
• Maintain equipment service records.
• Lift parts and equipment with hoists or hydraulic jacks.
• Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, transmissions, engines, and other vehicle components.
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and refilling lubricants.
• Disassemble and reassemble equipment and parts.
• Test drive vehicles after repair to guarantee proper performance and compliance with the manufacturer's specifications.
• Prior mechanical and technical experience on large mobile equipment preferred.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience working as a diesel mechanic or diesel technician with heavy equipment or tractor trailers.
• Experience with air, electric, hydraulic, and braking systems.
• Experience with Cummins and Caterpillar engines.
• Experience with Allison transmissions.
• Cummins INSITE, CAT ET, and Allison DOC a plus.
• Must have own tools. Training provided.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical exam, and background check.

BENEFITS:

• Highly competitive salary commensurate with experience
• 401(k) with company match
• Health insurance (majority paid by company)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee Referral bonus program
• Weekly pay schedule
• Paid travel expenses

ABOUT US:

Yard Truck Specialists is a proud member of the H&K Equipment Group, a fast-growing network of four operating companies that employs hundreds of experts at businesses throughout the mid-Atlantic and Northeast. Our companies’ primary specialties include full-service, cradle-to-grave coverage of heavy-duty and customized material handling equipment such as yard trucks, lift trucks, railcar movers, and much more. From the nation’s busiest ports, to its largest mills, to its biggest infrastructure projects, you’ll find our equipment wherever you find materials on the move. Learn more about the power of our teams at yardtruck.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer.