(605) 555-1776
Heavy-duty diesel technician torquing a bolt on a semi-truck engine
Now Hiring · South Dakota

Turn Wrenches. Build Something.

We're a working diesel shop, not a dealership. Clean bays, dealer-level tools, fair pay, and crew that actually has your back. If you're a hand who takes pride in the job, we want to talk.

// Why 1776

Pay, Tools, And Respect.

We invest in our crew. Real pay scales, paid certifications, a tool allowance from day one, and benefits that actually cover your family.

Professional diesel technician's tool chest with chrome wrenches and ASE certification
01

Real Pay

Competitive flat-rate and hourly structures. No games. We post pay ranges because we mean them.

02

Tool Program

Annual tool allowance plus interest-free purchase program after 90 days.

03

Health & Dental

Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision. Effective the first of the month after start.

04

Paid Time Off

Two weeks PTO year one, three weeks at year three, plus six paid holidays.

05

ASE Certification Pay

We pay for the tests and add to your hourly rate for every cert you land.

06

401(k) + Match

4% company match, vested on day one. Your money stays your money.

Diesel repair crew walking through the shop floor with sparks behind them
// The Crew

You're Not A Number Here.

Six full-time techs. Daily morning huddles. Real career progression. We hire people who want to stay and grow with the shop, not flip jobs every spring.

// Open Roles

Find Your Bay.

Heavy-Duty Diesel Technician

// Full-Time · $28 - $42 / hr DOE
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Diagnose, repair, and overhaul Class 7-8 diesel trucks and trailers. Dealer-level scan tools, climate-controlled bays, and a parts runner so you stay turning wrenches.

  • 3+ years heavy-duty diesel experience
  • Own basic hand tools
  • Valid driver's license

Trailer & DOT Inspection Tech

// Full-Time · $24 - $34 / hr DOE
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Run annual DOT inspections, brake jobs, lighting, and trailer repair. ASE T-series support and uniforms provided.

  • 1+ year trailer or DOT work
  • Brake & ABS familiarity
  • Attention to compliance detail

Apprentice Technician

// Full-Time · $18 - $22 / hr + tool allowance
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Learn under journeyman techs. Hands-on training, paid certifications, and a real promotion track to a flat-rate bay.

  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Reliable transportation
  • Willing to earn ASE certs

Service Writer / Advisor

// Full-Time · $50K - $70K base + bonus
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Be the voice between drivers, fleet managers, and the shop floor. Write accurate estimates, manage the board, keep customers informed.

  • Shop or fleet office experience
  • Strong communication
  • Comfortable with shop management software
// How To Apply

One Page. No Hoops.

Send a short note about your experience and what you're after. Or just stop by the shop on a weekday between 7A and 5P. We'll walk you through the bay.

// 24/7 Phone Triage

Truck Down? Call Now.

Give us your fault codes or symptoms. You get a straight answer in plain language.

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