Diesel Mechanic – REQ19216

Whiteline Express, Ltd. is a truckload carrier with headquarters in Plymouth, MI. It was founded in 1983 to provide value added services for our affiliated companies. Since that time, we have continually grown to include terminals in Plymouth, MI, Jackson Center, OH, Medina, OH, Alsip, IL, and Champaign, IL.
The cornerstone of our service strategy is to provide strategic advantage to our customers.And as an EPA Smartway Partner, Whiteline Express is committed to technologies and processes that reduce our carbon footprint while protecting the environment for future generations.
Whiteline Express is growing! We have excellent opportunities for Diesel Mechanics to join our Plymouth, Michigan team. If youre an experienced Mechanic looking for a supportive place to call home or a newcomer to the field looking for the training to accelerate your career, Whiteline has so much to offer.
Whats in it for You:
Great Team: Youre joining a team of highly skilled mechanics who are welcoming and embrace a collaborative, friendly work environment.
Job Security: Whiteline Express is an affiliate of Plastipak, a leading manufacturer headquartered in Michigan. In addition to third party freight, Whiteline is the carrier for Plastipak.
Rewards: Tons of learning opportunities, and as your skills grow, so do your earnings.
Tool Allowance: While, our shop is well-stocked, we provide a tool allowance for you, because we know you have your favorites.
Volunteer Overtime: Its never required, and its there for the taking, if you like to pick up extra hours.
What Youll be doing:
Keep our fleet of Class A trucks and trailers operating in top shape. Youll perform the important preventative maintenance tasks, including removing, cleaning, repairing, reinstalling and adjusting truck and trailer components.
Of course, youll diagnose mechanical problems, complete repairs and, if needed, rebuild equipment for anything from brakes, transmissions, rear-ends, clutches, electrical components to diesel engines and more.
Safety is our priority, and youll evaluate completed work and conduct final inspection of equipment prior to release to ensure compliance with federal and state code regulations and our company safety standards.
Make service calls offsite, as needed.
Youll work Monday-Friday, with a start time anywhere between 5:00 am 6:00 am, and wrap up the day between 4:00 pm & 5:30 pm, based on your start time. And, based on your schedule, you may be opening and closing the maintenance garage.
What You need to be qualified:
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent is preferred
Class A CDL license
Mechanic experience working on heavy duty trucks and tractor trailers, with ability to troubleshoot electrical, mechanical and diesel engine problems
Ability to use battery and charging system test equipment
Basic welding skills (Mig, Oxy/Acl) for welding/fabricating bodywork and parts
If you have any ASE Certifications, thats a plus

Equal Opportunity Employer – minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity
Please see job description for required skills.