Diesel Truck + Trailer Mechanic
Erlanger, KY
About CRST
CRST is one of the nation's largest transportation and logistics companies, helping move freight across North America through a variety of transportation solutions. This role sits within our Equipment Solutions maintenance organization and supports the fleet operations that keep our drivers, customers, and equipment moving safely and reliably.
Our technicians play a critical role in delivering safe, dependable service by maintaining the equipment our business relies on every day.
The Opportunity
If you're looking for a shop where your work matters, this is it. You'll help keep CRST's Class 8 tractors and trailers on the road, support our drivers, and minimize downtime across the fleet. This is a hands-on role where you'll diagnose issues, perform repairs, and help ensure equipment is ready when our operations need it.
How You'll Work
- Location: Onsite in Erlanger, KY
- Schedule: 12-hour shifts (6:00 AM - 6:30 PM) on a rotating schedule. You'll work Thursday through Saturday one week and Wednesday through Saturday the following week.
- Compensation: This pay scale represents a good faith estimate of the hourly wage range the company reasonably expects to pay upon hire for this position: $26.00-$37.50 per hour. A final offer amount will depend on factors such as prior relevant experience, skills, and location.
- Additional Compensation: Total compensation may include overtime or other incentive opportunities, as applicable.
- Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage; prescription and telemedicine services; company-paid life and disability insurance; retirement savings with company match; paid time off, holidays, parental leave, employee discounts, and additional voluntary benefits.
What You'll Do
- Perform preventative maintenance and repair work on Class 8 tractors and trailers
- Diagnose issues and complete repairs that improve equipment reliability and uptime
- Complete required inspections and documentation to support DOT compliance standards
- Accurately record repair details, labor hours, and parts used
- Move equipment safely throughout the yard and service facility as needed
- Use shop tools and equipment safely and effectively
- Help maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused work environment
- Support CRST's commitment to delivering a Gold Standard level of safety and reliability across our fleet
What Great Looks Like
- Equipment is repaired correctly and ready for service the first time
- Maintenance work is completed accurately and on schedule
- Inspection and repair documentation is complete and accurate
- Equipment downtime is minimized whenever possible
- Compliance standards are consistently met
What You Bring
- Ability to perform maintenance and repairs on Class 8 tractors and trailers
- Ability to complete inspections, repair orders, and related documentation accurately
- Ability to work in a shop environment including standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds
- Must meet minimum tool requirements
Going the Extra Mile
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Technical training in diesel technology, heavy equipment maintenance, or a related field
- ASE certifications or other relevant maintenance certifications
- Experience working in a fleet maintenance or transportation environment
Core Values
- Safety at the Core of All We Do
- Integrity in Every Decision and Action
- Commitment to the Success of Employees, Customers, Agents, Contractors and Communities
Equal Opportunity Employer: CRST The Transportation Solution, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.