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Diesel Technician

John Christner TruckingIndianapolis, IN

$42+ / hour

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Overview

Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Senior-level
Compensation
$42+/hour
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

Job Description

Build Your Career on a Top-Tier Fleet

Are you a skilled diesel technician ready to work on one of the newest, fully equipped Class 8 fleets? Hirschbach Motor Lines - a leader in refrigerated freight with nearly 90 years of excellence - is expanding its new state-of-the-art maintenance facility in Indianapolis, IN. We're looking for motivated Tractor Technicians to join a team that values quality work, growth, and technician pride.

Why Technicians Love Working Here

Competitive Pay & Immediate Bonuses

  • Up to $41.50/hour (based on experience)
  • $1,500 sign-on bonus
  • Paid weekly for your convenience

Work-Life Balance

  • 4-day work week available (4x10 shifts)
  • Monday - Friday night shift (no weekends!)
  • 3 weeks of PTO starting DAY ONE

Perks That Matter

  • $1,200 annual tool allowance
  • $200 annual boot allowance
  • $1,200 CDL A/B stipend
  • $6,240 annual ($3/hr) second-shift premium
  • Laundry service for uniforms included

Benefits for Your Future

  • Medical, dental and vision
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid training & OEM factory classes

What You'll Do

As a Tractor Technician, you'll:

  • Diagnose and repair our fleet - primarily Freightliner trucks, plus Kenworth and Internationals

  • Perform preventative maintenance, electrical troubleshooting, air brakes, suspension & steering, after-treatment service, charging systems, and A/C

  • Accurately record repairs, parts use, and warranty details

  • Follow safety and quality standards in every job

  • Communicate clearly and professionally with drivers and fleet management

  • Stay sharp with ongoing training in the latest diesel technology (Diamond Logic Builder, Cummins Insite, Detroit Diagnostic Link, Bendix Acom, Wabco Toolbox, etc.)

  • Collaborate with teammates to solve tough problems

  • And take on other duties as assigned

Day-to-day work that keeps you challenged and engaged.

What We're Looking For

You'll excel here if you bring:

Required

  • 1-2+ years' experience in fleet maintenance or recent tech school graduate
  • Valid driver's license

Strongly Preferred

  • Certifications (EPA 609, Cummins, Navistar, Daimler)
  • Proficiency with diagnostic tools (Cummins Insite, DTNA, Bendix, etc.)
  • Class 8 truck repair experience (electronics, PMs, brakes, suspension)

Nice to Have

  • CDL A or B

Skills and certifications help - but a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and willingness to learn go a long way with us.

Although 2025 National Technician Appreciation Week has passed, we still want to take the time to thank all Technicians out there for what you do every day! Here is a video showing our APPRECIATION for our talented group of Techs:

Ready to Join the Team?

Grow your career with a company that values technicians, offers real opportunity, and supports you every step of the way. We can't wait to meet you!

Interested in hearing more about Hirschbach?

Check out our YouTube page:

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwbAHftsNDh9o9WHHrlLRR0uFfnGH6fsa

EOE. Offer of employment in contingent upon successful completion or pre-employment drug screen and background check.

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