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Fleet Diesel Truck Mechanic

Kelly, Saint Louis, MO, United States


Finding a job that fits your lifestyle isn’t always easy. That’s where Kelly® comes in. We’re seeking a Fleet Diesel Truck Mechanic to work for America's leading food distributors in Saint Louis, MO. Sound good? Take a closer look below. We’re here to help you find something great that works for you—so you won’t miss a moment of what really matters in your life.

Pay Rate: $30 per hour

Why you should apply to be a Fleet Diesel Truck Mechanic:
  • Competitive pay rate with potential for temp-to-hire position.
  • Opportunity to work with a reputable construction and roofing company.
  • Convenient evening shift timing (10 PM - 6:30 AM) from Sunday to Thursday.
  • Possibility of overtime hours or Saturday shifts based on workload demands.
  • Onsite position offering stability and growth opportunities.

What’s a typical day as a Fleet Diesel Truck Mechanic? You’ll:
  • Troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, replace and complete all required repairs on diesel equipment (i.e., tractors, trailers, bobtails, reefers, lift gates, etc.).
  • Perform preventative maintenance within company standards.
  • Complete documentation of all repair orders, PM list and parts accountability.
  • Handle road service calls; perform road rescue/transport equipment as needed.
  • Keep track of assigned repairs by logging in and out of the Shop Fax system.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with workplace safety rules and regulations and government guidelines.
  • Maintain inventory and proper recordkeeping.
  • Backup to other maintenance shop personnel.
  • Willingness and capacity to assume increased responsibility and certifications.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:
  • Education & Experience: High school diploma or equivalent required; 7+ years of hands-on experience as a heavy-duty commercial diesel or reefer mechanic (or 5 years with relevant certifications).
  • Skills & Certifications: Diagnostic and troubleshooting competency, with independent analytical and problem-solving skills; familiarity with EPA/OSHA compliance and PM programs.
  • Tools & Manuals: Must provide personal hand tools and possess the ability to read and understand technical and service manuals.
  • Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication, teamwork skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
  • Physical Requirements: Frequent standing, walking, and lifting (up to 50 lbs independently and 120+ lbs with assistance); occasional climbing, stooping, and reaching.
  • Flexibility & Availability: Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and overtime as needed, with basic computer proficiency.

What happens next
Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work. Apply to be a Fleet Diesel Truck Mechanic today!

 

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.