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Diesel Technician

North Smithfield, RIOnsiteFull TimeEntry-level (exp-based)$26–$33 /hrPosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • Diesel Technician
  • annual inspections
  • component replacements
  • PMs
  • tire changes
  • brake adjustments
  • minor electrical repairs
  • Computer systems experience

Nice to have

  • Diesel technology degree

Role summary

Schneider is seeking a Diesel Technician in North Smithfield, RI, to perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and component replacements on tractors and trailers. Responsibilities include annual inspections, express services like tire changes and brake adjustments, and minor electrical repairs. The role requires computer systems experience and strong attention to detail. A technical degree in diesel technology or a minimum of one year of experience is required. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and a results-based incentive pay program. Competitive hourly wages range from $26.20 to $32.70, with potential differentials for evening and weekend work.

Job overview: 

  • Further develop your maintenance skills as a Diesel Technician in North Smithfield, RI.
  • Handle annual inspections.
  • Complete troubleshooting and component replacements.

Responsibilities: 

  • Perform PMs, annual inspections and repairs on tractors and trailers. 
  • Complete express services like tire changes, brake adjustments and minor electrical repairs. 
  • Communicate status updates to internal customers.


Skills and qualifications:

  • Technical degree in diesel technology or related field, or a minimum of one year of diesel technician experience.
  • Computer systems experience.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Able to provide own tools within 30 days of hire.

Pay and benefits:

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance.
  • Company-paid life insurance.
  • 401(k) savings plan with company match.
  • Paid time off and paid holidays.
  • Results-based incentive pay program where you can earn above and beyond your base pay.
  • Company-provided uniforms and safety eyewear.
  • Discounts on boots.
  • Company-paid training.
  • Starting wages are $26.20 - $32.70 per hour, based on experience. 
    • Non-exempt U.S. shop associates working 50%25 or greater of the daily shift time between 3 p.m. and 5 a.m. local time, receive a $1.50 per hour differential for hours worked. 
    • Non-exempt U.S. shop associates working weekend hours, receive a $0.65 per hour differential for hours worked. (Weekend hours worked between 9pm Friday – 5am Monday). 
  • See full list of diesel technician benefits.

Schneider's inclusive culture

Our history has taught us that treating everyone with dignity and respect is vital to our ongoing success. We embrace and seek out diversity that is inclusive of thought, race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, age, religion, sexual orientation, ability, medical condition, veteran or military status, experience and background. This diversity and openness ensures all associates have equal access to opportunities and resources to contribute fully to the organization's success, and it fuels innovation, improves strategic thinking and cultivates leadership. Any applicant may request a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by contacting their Recruiter, Human Resources Business Partner, and/or Human Resources Leave Administration.

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