Diesel Mechanic - 4 Day Work Week

August 29, 2025

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Why Technicians Choose Crete Carrier:

Competitive Pay
- Hourly: $23 - $32 (based on experience)
- Annual: $47,840 - $66,560 (based on experience)
Job Stability – Over 50 years of consistent growth and leadership in the industry
Family-Owned Values – We treat our employees with respect, appreciation, and support
Work-Life Balance – We know you have a life outside of work — and we honor that with 4-10 hour workdays/week with 3 days off
- Available Shifts:
  - Sunday - Wednesday 8:00am-6:30pm
  - Wednesday - Saturday 8:00am-6:30pm
  - Monday - Thursday 4:00pm - 2:30am
- PTO:
  - Start with 16 hours of PTO on day one & accrue up to an additional 120 hours of PTO your first year with Crete
Career Growth – Opportunities to advance within our technician team and shop leadership
Top-Tier Equipment & Facilities – Work with modern tools in well-maintained shops
Additional Technician Benefits:
- Uniforms provided & Annual Boot Reimbursement
- 401K matching & profit sharing
- Full benefits package, including Health, Dental, Vision, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flex-Spending Account, and more!
- Free Employee Life Insurance (Paid by the company)

Requirements

A can-do attitude with a willingness to learn
Diesel, automotive, or trailer experience will be considered
Education in the industry will be considered without work experience
A combination of education and work experience will also be considered
Valid driver's license as required by Supervisor
Must have own tools
Safety shoes (steel or composite toe) required
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check

When you join Crete Carrier, you're not just taking a job — you're building a career with a company that puts people first.

Apply today and become part of a team that powers the road ahead.

About Crete Carrier

Looking for real stability with a company that values your skills? A future you can count on?

Come join a winning team and Drive Your Career Forward with Crete Carrier Corporation

Crete Carrier is actively hiring Experienced Diesel Technicians at multiple locations nationwide. With a fleet of over 5,000 trucks, 20 terminals, and 16 fully operational shops, we’re not slowing down — and neither should your career.

As a Crete Diesel Technician, you’ll play a key role in keeping our fleet in top condition through preventative maintenance and mechanical repairs. Your expertise keeps our drivers safe, our freight moving, and our company thriving.

For more than 50 years, Crete Carrier has valued both hard work and work-life balance. As a family owned business, we appreciate our employees and respect their contributions to our ongoing success. We offer employees STABILITY and a place to thrive in their careers. We're looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Crete Carrier is at the heart of the transportation industry!

Call A Recruiter (844) 739-1679

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