Diesel Technician / Mechanic - Fairbanks, AK at Freightliner Northwest

Fairbanks, Alaska, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Diesel Mechanics, Diagnostic Tests, Engine Repair, Transmission Repair, Braking Systems, Electrical Schematics, Teamwork, Safety, Heavy Equipment, Routine Maintenance, Engine Overhauls, Technical Skills, Inspection, A/C Systems, Suspensions

Industry

Truck Transportation

Description

Overview Diesel Technicians at Gordon Truck Centers (GTC) dealerships lead the charge in workmanship, commitment to safety, and providing reliable, first-class service to our customers. We build our team with the best employees and we're now hiring Diesel Technicians with a minimum of 2 years of heavy duty experience for the Fairbanks, AK TrailerCraft location! Effective 10/01/2025 - Limited time $2,000 signing bonus with 3–5 years of diesel industry experience & OEM certifications OR $5,000 enhanced signing bonus with 6+ years of experience and OEM certs! Contact us for details! At TrailerCraft, you will be working with cutting edge industry technologies. With the help of a team you can rely on and training to build your skill sets, we’ll coach and encourage you every step of the way in well equipped, safe facilities where you’re empowered to do what’s right - whether you’re performing routine maintenance or complete engine overhauls. About GTC With over 75 years and three generations of successful trucking industry experience to draw upon, Gordon Truck Centers (GTC) has been serving the trucking industry since 1986. GTC is an expanded network of 18 dealerships doing business as Gordon Truck Centers, Freightliner Northwest, Western Star Northwest, TrailerCraft, and Freightliner of Hawaii. As a full-service Freightliner, Western Star, Wilson Trailer dealership family, GTC can sell, finance, insure and service commercial trucks for medium and heavy-duty applications. Responsibilities Run diagnostic tests and analyze results. Repair or replace vehicle engines, steering mechanisms, transmissions, and braking systems. Working knowledge of engines, transmissions, differential, A/C and suspensions. Determine unit condition by conducting inspections & diagnostic tests, identifying deficiencies. Able to read schematics for electrical and air systems. Develop technical skills through training opportunities Test equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications; make necessary adjustments if required. Ensure the cleanliness of the shop. Qualifications At least 2 years of heavy equipment dealership experience is preferred. Bring your strong mechanical aptitude, team player mentality and belief in safety first to Team GTC! Click to learn more about GTC. GTC General Benefits Description Gordon Truck Centers, Inc. (GTC) provides a healthcare plan that covers medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits for eligible employees as well as a basic group term life insurance policy and employee assistance program. Eligible employees can enroll in our company Health Savings Account (HSA). Employees can contribute up to 60% of their pre-tax earnings to 401k and the company will match dollar for dollar of your contributions up to 3% of your income for qualifying employees. Tuition reimbursement and profit sharing are available for hired applicants. Employees also receive paid time off and six (6) paid holidays. Our technicians are also eligible for company sponsored training, company provided uniforms and a work boot stipend. More information can be found at https://www.gordontruckcenters.com/benefits. Apply Today! We look forward to working with you! This position is classifed as safety sensitive. GTC is an equal opportunity employer. All offers of employment are made contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check. A motor vehicle records check is also required for positions with driving responsibilities. Mechanics frequently lift up to 75 pounds and must have a full complement of tools. E-Verify Program Gordon Truck Centers, Inc. uses the E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates. For up-to-date information on E-Verify, go to www.uscis.gov and click on 'E-Verify' located near the bottom of the page.

Responsibilities

Diesel Technicians are responsible for running diagnostic tests, repairing or replacing vehicle engines, and ensuring the cleanliness of the shop. They will also develop technical skills through training opportunities and test equipment after repairs to ensure compliance with specifications.