2nd Shift Truck and Trailer Technician

Behnke Dedicated is a large trucking Fleet based out of Battle Creek, MI. We are in search of a full-time, hardworking, and reliable diesel mechanic to work at our in-house shop. Here at Behnke Dedicated we pride ourselves in maintaining a large, growing fleet of trucks to a higher standard with a focus on preventative maintenance.

Diesel Mechanic Responsibilities:

-Maintain Tractors, Trailers and other Power units in our fleet. The primary fleet consists of Freightliner's with Detroit Diesel engines. The trailers are primarily 53 ft dry vans

-Perform daily inspections on equipment to keep our fleet in good working order.

-Be able to identify and repair worn or damaged components that may impede the safe operation of the vehicle.

-Be able to diagnose discrepancies in house or remotely as needed.

-Keep proper records of parts and labor spent on specific projects.

-Be able to work independently on repairs diagnosed in the shop.

-Perform State and / or Federally mandated inspection to keep fleet in compliance.

- Maintain shop equipment operation by following instruction and with use of knowledge of the industry.

- Enhance maintenance department and organization reputation by accepting owner ship of daily activities.

-Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

-comfortable with working in all weather conditions

Skills and Qualifications:

- Ownership of own tools (specialty tools to be provided as needed)

-Strong work ethic and reliable transportation.

-Knowledge and troubleshooting capabilities with DD series and series 60 platform

-Ability to operate DDDL and other computer based tools for diagnostics

-Avid problem solver

-Expert communicator

Please feel free to call or email with any questions t

Alex Haskins

Fleet Service Manager

269-788-9777

ahaskins@behnkelogitics.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: starting at $30-45 per hour based on experience

Benefits:

-Health insurance

-Uniform Service

-Holiday and vacation pay

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift / Afternoon shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime as needed
• Weekends as needed
• 8–10-hour workdays

Application Question(s):

• Do you have Manufacturer or State Certifications?
• Are you familiar with the Freightliner , Detroit Diesel product line?
• Do you have engine overhaul experience?
• Do you have a valid drivers license or CDL?

Experience:

• Diesel engine repair: 2 years (Required)
• Mechanical knowledge: 2 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• 2nd

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Do you have your own tools?

Experience:

• Diesel engine repair: 2 years (Required)
• Mechanical knowledge: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Battle Creek, MI 49014 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30 - $45