Diesel Mechanic

Come work with us! Savage has been designated by USA Today as a Top Workplace and also received recognition as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work For in Transportation.

Military Veterans and Reservists are encouraged to apply. 

Savage Services Corporation, an established materials management company, is seeking a Diesel Mechanic who will have responsibilities in the preventative maintenance program and performance of minor/major repairs for all Mack tractor/trailer rigs within our Detroit, MI operation, where we transport petroleum coke from Marathon refinery to end customer locations.

Location: Detroit, MI

Days/Hours: Flexible 10 – 12-hour shifts (Must work every other Saturday)

These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Savage:

• A culture that appreciates Team Members
• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, Paid Holidays, Profit Sharing, and 401(k) with match.
• Paid Parental and Uniformed Services Leave
• $150 Annual Steel-Toe Boot Allowance: Stay safe and stylish on the job!
• We provide uniforms and PPE, and we even handle the laundry

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Heavy and minor repairs on Mack Trucks and East trailers, Peterbilt tractors including springs, wiring, changing tires, brake systems, batteries, lights and alternators
• Service trucks and preventative maintenance: fuel, grease, change oil and all fluids
• Maintain shop cleanliness and parts inventory
• Perform diagnostics on trucks to determine if it can be repaired on site or is a Mack Warranty issue
• Perform roadside repairs

Requirements to Be Successful in This Position:

• 2+ years of Diesel Mechanic Experience: Mack trucks, and East trailers, Peterbilt tractors
• CDL a plus but not required
• Have a vested interest in operational safety
• Be able to read, write and understand English
• Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Familiar with record keeping as it pertains to maintenance
• Should have some supervisory skills
• Computer skills for maintenance CMMS system
• Clean driving record
• Work as a team or independently
• Ability to bring your own tools. Specialty tools will be provided by Savage.

Preferred Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or greater
• Must understand the oil refining process and culture that comes with it
• Ability to work outside in any condition