Diesel Mechanic

About the role

R+L Carriers is seeking a Diesel Mechanic for its Kentwood, MI Service Center. This full‑time position offers a competitive hourly rate of $30.69‑$37.25, Monday‑Friday shifts, and a benefits package that includes paid time off after 90 days and access to employee resorts.

Key responsibilities

• Perform day‑to‑day equipment maintenance on the fleet, including preventative maintenance and minor to major repairs.
• Service Class 8 trucks, trailers, and potentially forklifts.
• Maintain ancillary equipment such as overhead doors, lift gates, dollies, and perform welding as needed.

Required profile

• Experience in preventive maintenance and repairs on diesel engines.
• Ability to handle major diesel engine repairs.
• Experience with air‑conditioning and electrical systems.
• Physical ability to lift 50 lb and possession of personal tools.
• Preferred: 2+ years of diesel mechanic experience, especially with Cummins & Detroit engines, Cetaris work‑order system, and trailer maintenance.

Required skills

• Preventive maintenance on diesel engines
• Major diesel engine repair
• Air‑conditioning system service
• Electrical system troubleshooting
• Cummins engine expertise
• Detroit engine expertise
• Use of Cetaris work‑order software
• Trailer preventive maintenance and repair
• Welding

What we offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
• Paid vacation, holidays, and lodging at exclusive employee resorts in Daytona Beach (FL), Big Bear Lake (CA), Pigeon Forge (TN), and Ocean Isle Beach (NC)