Diesel Mechanic

Job Details

Shreveport, Louisiana
Full time
JR2844-2026
Pay Rate: $31.85 - $36.40 per hour, based on experience
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The Core Values That Drive Us

• Customer first
• Safety
• take care of each other
• dignity and respect
• do the right thing
• community

Major Tasks and Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintains systems and parts associated with class 6, 7, and 8 powered tractors.
• Diagnoses failures and repairs the vehicle's mechanical, electric, and systems.
• Uses hydraulic jacks to gain access underneath vehicles.
• Assists in the replacements of engines, transmissions, differentials, and springs.
• Troubleshoots the repairs of heavy-duty truck engines, braking, electrical, and exhaust systems.
• Documents and repairs, inspections, and maintenance tasks.
• Collaborates with business partners for training and assistance on complex repairs and tasks.
• Tests vehicles after repairs and maintenance to ensure they're functioning properly.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Must provide and maintain personal maintenance tools.
• Read, write, communicate and comprehend the English language in order to perform the various tasks of the job, including but not limited to: converse with co-workers and members of the general public; understand oral and written instructions as well as governmental regulations; respond to questions and inquiries from management and government representatives; and accurately review and complete various documents, reports and records required of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of diesel mechanic experience.
• Proficiency in diagnostic software.

Work Conditions and Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb for extended periods.
• Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying of tools, parts, and equipment up to 100 pounds.
• Regular use of hands and arms for handling tools, reaching overhead, and working in tight spaces.
• Adequate vision (with or without correction) to read gauges, manuals, and perform detailed inspections.
• Adequate hearing (with or without aids) to detect equipment sounds, communicate, and follow safety signals.

Benefits

• Health Benefits
  Comprehensive medical, vision and dental coverage at reduced rates – not to mention 100% free medical premiums after 10 years with Saia.
• Physical Wellness
  Comprehensive program focused on preventive care, early detection of conditions, condition management and One Pass gym memberships through our partners including United Healthcare, Teladoc and Livongo.
• Protection
  Company-paid coverage (disability, life) as well as low-cost supplemental coverage (life, critical illness, accident, etc.) and other programs like the Employee Disaster Relief Program.
• Flexibility
  Company policies and programs that support flexibility, such as weekly pay and paid time-off, including but not limited to vacation, sick days and holidays.
• Financial Well-being
  Competitive pay, company match on our 401(k) and Roth 401(k) retirement programs with immediate vesting, employee stock purchase program, flexible spending accounts, legal insurance, financial planning and more.
• Perks
  Uniform allowance, job referral bonuses, safety awards, anniversary program, Driver Academy, scholarship program, overtime when you want it and more.
• Emotional Wellness
  Company programs that provide support include our employee assistance program and behavioral health coverage through our medical plan.

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