Diesel Truck Mechanic

The Mobile Truck Technician plays a critical role in servicing and maintaining Sunrock’s fleet, ensuring trucks and equipment operate at peak performance. This position performs diagnostics, repairs, preventive maintenance, and inspections on diesel- and gasoline-powered mobile equipment. The role requires strong mechanical expertise, problem-solving skills, and good judgment, with autonomy to plan and execute tasks under established policy guidelines.

Schedule

• 10 hours/day, 5 days/week, with Saturdays as needed
• Overtime is a regular part of the schedule

Responsibilities

• Perform on-road repairs and shop-based maintenance under supervisor direction
• Conduct inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on mixer trucks, dump trucks, trailers, and related equipment
• Diagnose malfunctions using manufacturers’ software, tools, and testing equipment
• Complete operator-reported repairs and preventive maintenance tasks according to company and manufacturer standards
• Lead and support fellow mechanics; provide technical guidance and assist with part requisitions
• Research technical information and fabricate equipment components (hydraulic systems, towing attachments, shields, etc.) from blueprints or schematics
• Overhaul diesel and gasoline engines and major power train components
• Test-drive equipment to confirm repair quality and functionality
• Maintain accurate records of labor, materials, and completed work in the Computerized Maintenance Management Information System (CMMIS)
• Assist with inventory management of parts and supplies
• Complete assigned technical training and certification programs

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Certificate or degree from a two-year technical school preferred
• 5+ years of related experience and/or training required
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered
• Valid North Carolina Driver’s License (required)

Skills

• Proven experience as a Mobile Truck Technician or in a similar heavy-equipment repair role
• Advanced mechanical knowledge gained through formal training or extensive field experience
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair complex issues independently
• Familiarity with manufacturers’ diagnostic software and hardware
• Strong knowledge of preventive maintenance, fluids, filtration, and machine diagnostics
• Computer proficiency, including email, spreadsheets, and maintenance/inventory software
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and work independently
• Effective communicator and team player with leadership qualities