Diesel Automotive Technician/Mechanic

At Franklin Logistics, our mission is to deliver seamless end-to-end logistics services by delivering unparalleled customer service. We strive to create value through innovative solutions, advanced technology, and optimize transportation and warehousing processes through a dedicated team of logistics professionals. Through our collaborative approach, we foster long-term partnerships that drive mutual trust, growth, and success by consistently exceeding expectations.

Our transportation division is looking for an experienced diesel technician who takes pride in ensuring the trucks they maintain are in ready condition to keep our drivers safely on the road. The diesel technician is a self-starter, organized, and communicative individual. The diesel technician position is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt position. The diesel technician reports directly to the transportation manager and director of transportation/logistics.

• Regular Business Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00 am – 5:00 pm plus on-call after hours
• Starting Pay Rate: $24.75 - $27.00/ hour (based on experience)
• Company provided service truck
• New maintenance service shop

Primary Job Duties

• Maintain adequate records of repairs and service orders
• Maintain adequate inventory of parts, fluids, and tools
• Conducting preventative vehicle inspections of vehicle systems
• Complete routine maintenance of all Franklin Logistics fleet vehicles
• Complete non-warranty repairs of all Franklin Logistics fleet vehicles
• Responsible for install and removal of various truck accessories
• Responsible for decal removal of vehicles taken out of fleet inventory
• Maintain positive business relationship with company vendors
• Responsible for cleanliness of the maintenance shop
• Responsible for proper disposal and recycling of all fluids, tires, and materials in accordance with safety regulations and compliance
• Other vehicle maintenance duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License, CDL Preferred
• High School Diploma or GED
• In-depth knowledge of diesel components and operational mechanisms
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in the use of diesel engine diagnostic software
• Effective collaboration and communication skills

All employees receive:

• Paid on the job training
• A safe, clean, and respectful workplace
• Opportunity to advance within the organization
• Employee appreciation and engagement events
• Employee recognition and continuous performance feedback

Full-time employees receive: (after 60 days of successful employment)

• Paid Holidays and vacation time
• Paid Time Off for employee’s birthday
• Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Accident, and Critical Illness Coverage
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401k profit sharing after one year of employment

Franklin Logistics is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status and complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act.

Applicants requiring special accommodations during and after the application process can contact our Human Resources department at (717) 262-2906.