Fleet & Truck Mechanic

DRM Inc

Gillette, WY

Estimated pay: Est. $19–$29/hr (market estimate, not employer-stated)

Shift: Full time

**Job Summary**

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• We are seeking a skilled and safety-focused Fleet & Truck Mechanic to join our team. This role is responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining semi-trucks, trailers, construction equipment, and support vehicles. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical aptitude, experience with heavy equipment and commercial trucks, and a commitment to maintaining safe and reliable operations in a fast-paced construction environment. While the majority of preventative maintenance, major overhauls, and diagnostics take place in our primary maintenance shop, this role requires the independence and readiness to deploy out in the field for roadside breakdowns, job-site troubleshooting, and emergency repairs.

**Key Responsibilities**

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• Perform maintenance and repairs on semi-trucks, dump trucks, water trucks, lowboy trailers, and other commercial vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair air brake systems, steering, suspension, driveline, and electrical systems. Diagnose mechanical failures using diagnostic tools, equipment manuals, and computerized systems.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair diesel engines, hydraulic systems, transmissions, electrical systems, and related components.
• Complete DOT inspections and ensure trucks and trailers remain compliant with federal and state regulations.
• Repair and maintain truck-mounted hydraulic systems, PTO systems, and trailer components. Repair and replace worn or defective parts and systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance on heavy duty commercial trucks, construction equipment, trailers, and service vehicles.
• Maintain service records and maintenance schedules.
• Conduct safety inspections.
• Perform welding and fabrication tasks as needed.
• Coordinate with operators and supervisors.
• Order parts and maintain inventory.
• Respond to field service calls and on-site repairs.

**Required Qualifications**

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• Diesel Technology certification preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of experience maintaining and repairing diesel-powered equipment.
• Valid driver's license; CDL preferred not required.
• Strong understanding of diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and powertrain components.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug/alcohol screening. 
• Experience repairing and maintaining Class 8 trucks, trailers, and diesel-powered heavy equipment.
• Working knowledge of air brake systems and DOT inspection requirements.

**Preferred Knowledge & Skills**

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• Experience with CAT, Volvo, Kenworth, Peterbilt, Freightliner, Mack, and Western Star equipment and trucks.
• Experience with Cummins, CAT, Detroit Diesel, and Paccar engines.
• Familiarity with Bendix air brake systems, Eaton and Allison transmissions, and truck diagnostic software.
• Knowledge of DOT compliance requirements and preventative maintenance programs.

**Tools & Technology**

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• Diesel diagnostic software and handheld diagnostic tools.
• Hydraulic testing equipment, multimeters, pressure gauges, and specialty repair tools.
• Shop equipment including lifts, welders, air tools, presses, and service trucks.
• OEM diagnostic software including CAT ET, Cummins INSITE, Detroit DiagnosticLink, Allison DOC, and Bendix ACom.

**Work Environment**

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• Primarily clean-to-industrial maintenance shop, split with active construction sites, equipment yards, and emergency roadside field environments.
• Exposure to changing weather conditions, noise, heavy grease, and mobile equipment traffic.

**Physical Requirements**

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• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, and climbing.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and underneath heavy equipment.
• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 75 lbs.

**Impact & Responsibility**

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• Responsible for maintaining equipment reliability, operator safety, and project productivity.
• Preventative maintenance helps reduce costly downtime and project delays.
• Mechanical decisions impact equipment performance and safety.
• Directly responsible for maintaining a safe and reliable fleet of construction equipment and material-hauling trucks.
• Equipment downtime can significantly impact production schedules, material delivery, and project profitability.

**Schedule**

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• Full-time position; overtime, weekend work, and on-call repairs may be required.

**Benefits**

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• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid time off