Diesel Mechanic
Mid-Atlantic Truck & Equipment · Salem, Virginia, United States
Posted 19 days ago · $28–$40
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 19 days Mid-Atlantic Truck & Equipment's roles stay open a median of 29 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 85% of Mid-Atlantic Truck & Equipment's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Mid-Atlantic Truck & Equipment
- moderate 3 stale, 1 reposted of 13 open
- Hiring momentum
- 17 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Mid-Atlantic Truck & Equipment's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Mid-Atlantic Truck & Equipment.
About this role
As a Diesel Mechanic at Mid-Atlantic Truck & Equipment in Salem, VA, you will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining heavy-duty trucks and equipment. Your daily tasks will include troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, performing preventative maintenance, and ensuring equipment is road-ready. The role emphasizes quality workmanship and teamwork, allowing you to utilize your technical skills without micromanagement.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Mid-Atlantic Truck & Equipment as an employer.
What you need
- 4+ years' experience with hydraulic pumps, cylinders, valves, and hoses
- 4+ years’ of MIG and stick welding experience
- 4+ years’ of automotive electrical experience
- 4+ years’ of diesel engine repair is preferred
- Must have own tools
- Must have a valid driver’s license
Nice to have
- Class A or B CDL is a plus!
What you get
- Quarterly Tool Allowance: $250 per quarter ($1,000 per year)
- $200 Annual Boot Allowance
- Work-Life Balance: Monday-Friday 8:00a-4:30p (NO WEEKENDS)
- Company-provided uniforms
- Competitive Hourly Pay (NO FLAT RATE)
- Vendor-exclusive training
Worth weighing
- No salary listed beyond the range of $28–$40 per hour based on experience.
- The role requires physical demands such as lifting up to 50 lbs and passing a DOT physical including drug screening.
- Communication skills in English are essential for safety and job-related documentation.
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Listed by Mid-Atlantic Truck & Equipment on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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