Diesel Mechanic – Class 8 Trucks & Trailers

Al Warren Oil
  • Chicago, Illinois
    10 days ago

    Job Description

    Build your career keeping our fleet moving.

    Al Warren Oil is seeking a dependable Truck & Trailer Mechanic to join our Chicagoland maintenance team. As a family-owned fuel and lubricant company, we depend on skilled technicians to keep our equipment safe, reliable, and ready to serve our customers.

    This position performs preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on Class 8 diesel trucks, tractors, tanker trailers, and related equipment. If you take pride in quality repairs and enjoy solving mechanical problems, we want to hear from you.

    Job Responsibilities

    • Inspect, diagnose, maintain, and repair heavy-duty trucks and trailers.
    • Troubleshoot diesel engines, electrical systems, air brakes, suspension, steering, and drivetrain components.
    • Repair trailer lighting, wiring, ABS systems, wheel seals, and related components.
    • Complete scheduled maintenance and identify developing equipment problems.
    • Perform safety inspections within your qualifications and support DOT inspection readiness.
    • Document repairs, parts used, and follow-up maintenance needs accurately.
    • Communicate equipment concerns with drivers, shop personnel, and operations.
    • Perform authorized equipment moves and road tests when properly licensed.
    • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

    Requirements

    • Experience repairing heavy-duty trucks or trailers, or relevant diesel technician training.
    • Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to use diagnostic equipment.
    • Familiarity with fleet maintenance practices and DOT inspection requirements.
    • Valid driver’s license; Class A CDL preferred.
    • Own basic mechanic tools.
    • Dependability, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and with a team.
    • Ability to perform essential job duties, with or without reasonable accommodation.
    • Tanker trailer experience, welding, and fabrication skills are a plus.

    Benefits

    • Competitive hourly pay with overtime opportunities.
    • Paid time off, holidays, and vacations.
    • Empower 401(k) retirement program with company matching beginning on day one.
    • Blue Cross Blue Shield medical and prescription coverage, plus dental and vision benefits.
    • Employer HSA contributions up to $2,400.
    • Company-paid life insurance.
    • Supplemental life insurance and optional short- and long-term disability coverage.
    • Company-paid training.
    • Boot and glove reimbursement program.
    • Annual tool allowance program.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationChicago, Illinois

    Skills

    • Braking Systemsunmatched
    • Class A Licenseunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Diesel Engineunmatched
    • Driver's Licenseunmatched
    • Electrical Engineeringunmatched
    • Electrical Wiringunmatched
    • Heavy Equipment/Vehiclesunmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Life Insuranceunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Preventative Maintenanceunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Reimbursementunmatched
    • Road Testsunmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Vehicle Fleetsunmatched
    • Weldingunmatched

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