Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic

Job Description Brown Motors is expanding its commercial and heavy-duty service operation and hiring Heavy-Duty / Diesel Technicians to support a rapidly growing Ford and Stellantis fleet business. Based in northern Michigan, Brown Motors has served the community since 1898 and recently completed a 15,000 sq ft expansion dedicated to commercial and heavy-duty service. The expansion includes brand-new heavy-duty bays, upgraded tooling, and an expanded parts warehouse. Technicians work in a purpose-built environment designed to support productivity, safety, and long-term success. This role is ideal for technicians with medium-duty or heavy-duty experience, diesel experience, or prior Ford or Stellantis exposure. Technicians without brand-specific backgrounds but with strong fundamentals and a desire to grow are encouraged to apply. The commercial and fleet business continues to expand, providing consistent workflow, steady hours, and strong flag opportunity. Guaranteed pay is provided during onboarding and ramp-up, allowing technicians to transition confidently while learning processes and equipment. The schedule is Monday through Friday with some Saturdays as needed. No Sundays. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates. Compensation Overview Compensation is based on skill level and certification and is paid on a flat rate structure, supplemented by heavy-duty premiums and productivity bonuses. Base flat rate up to $36.35 per hour for Senior Master Certified Technicians Additional $2.00 per flat rate hour for heavy-duty and commercial truck work Productivity bonuses up to $6.00 per flat rate hour at 60+ flagged hours Top-performing technicians can earn up to $45.20 per flat rate hour based on certification, productivity, and work mix. Tools, Equipment, and Training Paid training with travel, lodging, and meals covered $100 prescription safety glasses allowance every five years $50 annual boot allowance Flat rate pay on all warranty repairs Full diagnostic and scan tool access Capacity to service any upfitted Ford or Stellantis commercial vehicle One of the largest franchised heavy-duty and commercial service facilities in northern Michigan Benefits Paid Time Off (PTO) Hands on Training Tuition Reimbursement Flexible Schedule Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Disability Insurance Evenings Off Career Growth Opportunities Retirement Plan Mon-Fri Schedule Responsibilities Diagnose, repair, and maintain Ford and Stellantis heavy-duty, diesel, and commercial fleet vehicles in accordance with OEM standards Perform accurate troubleshooting using advanced diagnostic tools and proper repair procedures Service a mix of fleet, commercial, upfitted, and customer-owned heavy-duty vehicles Communicate repair findings and status updates clearly with service advisors and leadership Complete inspections and document work thoroughly and accuratelyMaintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused work environment Participate in ongoing certification training and continuous process improvement initiatives Requirements Heavy-duty or diesel experience required, particularly in fleet or commercial applications ASE, Ford, Stellantis, or equivalent manufacturer certifications preferred Strong diagnostic, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-oriented shop environment High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and first-time quality Professional, reliable, and committed to producing consistent, high-quality work #J-18808-Ljbffr