Heavy Duty Diesel Technician - Entry Level - Nashville, TN

Heavy Duty Diesel Technician - Entry Level - Nashville, TN Job Description

Posted Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Velocity Truck Rental and Leasing is a rapidly growing, employee and customer focused company, servicing the Commercial Truck Rental and Full‑Service plants. With over 1,600 company trucks in our local markets plus the support of Nationa Lease across the country we have proven to be a premier partner. Velocity Truck Rental and Leasing is part of the Velocity Vehicle Group family, a premium commercial brand medium‑to‑heavy truck dealership that offers the full‑service experience for our customers, from an outstanding sales organization to highly skilled technicians to service your vehicle, and on‑demand parts.

Velocity Truck Rental and Leasing is a fast paced and growing organization that is looking for candidates that are ready for a daily challenge and cannot wait to provide superior customer service both internally and externally. VTRL offers fantastic culture as well as competitive pay, 401K W/Match, Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits. Become a part of our team and immerse yourself in a company that fosters a Great Place to Work™ culture!

The P.M. Technician maintains the fleet operation by completing inspections in accordance with Federal, State and Corporate guidelines. Correcting minor vehicle deficiencies

READY; making adjustments, alignments and replacements at the direction of Management. See Required Activity/Skill List

• Determines vehicle condition by conducting preventive maintenance inspections; oil changes; chassis lubrication and identifying worn and damaged parts.
• Inspections to be performed both in shop and remotely to customer needs.
• Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades as directed, controlling corrosion and proper lubrication on each PM cycle.
• Corrects light repairs and vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, assembling, disassembling components, parts, or systems. Areas to include lighting, expendable equipment, air, and electrical lines.
• Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test drives, adjusting controls and systems.
• Performs tire repairs, replacements, rotations, mounting and dismounting on and off from vehicles as needed.
• Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.
• Maintains vehicle appearance by cleaning, washing, and painting.
• Keeps shop service trucks and equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.
• Contains costs by using warranty, evaluating service and parts options.
• Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications.
• Performs hydraulic all duties of lesser classification, and other work‑related duties as directed.

• High School Diploma or its equivalent required
• Post‑Secondary vocational education strongly preferred
• 2 years’ experience in mechanical inspections and repairs in a related field preferred
• Must have valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a CDL within 120 days of hire
• Ability to understand and adhere to company policies in all areas
• Company will provide a basic set of hand tools upon hire to use in this position
• Basic technical understanding
• Ability to follow all written and oral instructions, attention to detail, dependability, verbal communication, documentation skills, inventory control, job knowledge
• Ability to implement and work in a strong safety environment at all times
• Ability to work alone with little or no direction at times

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times
• Must be able to pass post‑offer drug test and physical

• $23‑$25 hourly depending on experience and…