Keep America Moving
Diesel Technicians are the heartbeat of Lakeside International Trucks. Highly skilled and knowledgeable Diesel Technicians have helped keep businesses operating across Wisconsin and north central Illinois for more than 35 years. Diesel Technicians have a skill set that is essential to the wellbeing of our nation. Because the transportation industry is the backbone of commerce and vital to the U.S. economy, technicians are more important than ever.
At Lakeside, we’re geared for techs. We believe our technicians should be provided the very best in compensation, access to the richest benefits, and given the best training in the industry – providing a rewarding career, healthy work-life balance, long term security and peace of mind.
As a Lakeside Diesel Technician, you will be helping others in our community and across the country operate their businesses, keeping the economy strong, while creating a great life and future for yourself and your loved ones.
What Makes Lakeside Great for Diesel Techs
Why Lakeside?
If you’re looking for a place to be respected. Appreciated for the skills you bring to the shop floor and rewarded for your achievements, look no further. Lakeside is what you’ve been looking for. We are a family-owned business with nearly 40 years under our belt. We appreciate loyalty and reward those who put in an honest day’s work. We understand what it means to get it done right and we know hard working, smart people want to be around people like them.
Lakeside International Trucks is one of the most well-respected International® dealerships in North America. Selling the full-line of new International® trucks, Lakeside technicians are prepared to provide maintenance services, troubleshooting and repairs on all-makes and model commercial trucks and buses. Our techs are the most well-respected experts in the industry when it comes to diesel equipment and that’s what sets us apart.
As a diesel technician at Lakeside, you’ll never have to worry about getting bored. The variety of equipment we work on is extensive. It’s never the same day twice.
COMPENSATION
As a leading commercial truck dealer, Lakeside offers diesel technicians highly competitive wages. Technicians of all skill levels can be confident that when they work for Lakeside, they’ll be compensated, recognized, and rewarded for their skills, expertise, and contributions to the business. We know pay is important and that’s why we continuously work to ensure our techs are compensated well. Unlock your potential with Lakeside and begin earning what you’re worth today.
Many of our dealership locations have two shifts. Lakeside offers technicians working second shift an hourly wage premium on top of their regular hourly wage.
In addition to the hourly wage premium, there are other benefits to working a second shift. Listed below are some additional second shift advantages shared by our very own second shift technicians.
Less Distractions
“With less distractions on second shift, I can complete jobs on one day. I have a sense of accomplishment when I leave at the end of my shift.” “I’m able to focus more on second shift. There are less people walking around so I can concentrate better on my work. I’m more productive and finish jobs faster with less distractions.”
Quality of Life
“I like sleeping later in the day. Waking up early in the morning has never been my thing.” “I like my personal time and I have more of it because my commute to the shop takes less time – coming and going. There is less traffic and fewer accidents. With less drive time and idle time, I save on gas money too.” “When I’m stressed out over work it’s hard for me to sleep at night. Second shift is a less stressful environment. I have no problems with sleep now.”
Work Life Balance
“Working second shift I have more daytime hours for myself. I can take care of my personal stuff. I can run errands, help friends out, or go to the doctor without taking time off work.” “With childcare, the second shift helps us save money. My wife works traditional hours, so we don’t pay as much for childcare with our schedules. We can also handle our kids’ emergencies or if they forget something for school.” “I have other things going on in my life and second shift lets me do those things. I went to school for a while and now I work a second job. I can do more working second shift.”
Training Opportunities
“The team is smaller on second shift so I usually get more work than I would on first shift since I’m a newer technician.” “As a newer tech second shift is good because I get to do more challenging things. I think learned a lot faster than some of the other guys on first shift.”
Less Distractions
“With less distractions on second shift, I can complete jobs on one day. I have a sense of accomplishment when I leave at the end of my shift.” “I’m able to focus more on second shift. There are less people walking around so I can concentrate better on my work. I’m more productive and finish jobs faster with less distractions.”
Quality of Life
“I like sleeping later in the day. Waking up early in the morning has never been my thing.” “I like my personal time and I have more of it because my commute to the shop takes less time – coming and going. There is less traffic and fewer accidents. With less drive time and idle time, I save on gas money too.” “When I’m stressed out over work it’s hard for me to sleep at night. Second shift is a less stressful environment. I have no problems with sleep now.”
Work Life Balance
“Working second shift I have more daytime hours for myself. I can take care of my personal stuff. I can run errands, help friends out, or go to the doctor without taking time off work.” “With childcare, the second shift helps us save money. My wife works traditional hours, so we don’t pay as much for childcare with our schedules. We can also handle our kids’ emergencies or if they forget something for school.” “I have other things going on in my life and second shift lets me do those things. I went to school for a while and now I work a second job. I can do more working second shift.”
Training Opportunities
“The team is smaller on second shift so I usually get more work than I would on first shift since I’m a newer technician.” “As a newer tech second shift is good because I get to do more challenging things. I think learned a lot faster than some of the other guys on first shift.”
We believe great performance should be rewarded and recognized. Lakeside technicians can earn cash rewards as well as company and peer recognition through our monthly, quarterly and annual technician programs.
TRADE PERKS
Due to rapid technology advancements and innovative truck engineering, the need for ongoing training for Lakeside diesel technicians is essential. Our techs are trained by the best in the industry in order to stay on top of their game. Lakeside customers have a high level of confidence when they bring their trucks to any of our shops because they know we have truck OEM, engine manufacturer and ASE certified experts working on their vehicles.
We are committed to the ongoing development of every diesel technician regardless of years of experience or skill level. Being well trained by the best in the industry is what you’ll get as an employee of Lakeside. When it comes to training, there is no cost to our technician, Lakeside covers 100% of the training costs. To maintain your skills, we offer onsite factory training, apprentice programs, self-study courses and ASE certification programs and offer a Tuition Reimbursement Program to qualifying candidates.
Diesel technicians need the right tools to get the job down. When it comes to technology and continuous advancements in commercial truck engineering, laptops equipped with the latest software are essential. Lakeside provides every retail diesel technician with their own company laptop. These tools provide quick access for performing diagnostics, pulling diagrams, researching parts and even truck programming. We understand what our technicians need to be successful, and we make sure they have the right tools.
Tools are essential to working on the shop floor. Having the right tools for the job matters. We understand the investment it takes to build a tool box. That’s why Lakeside offers every Diesel Technician an annual allowance to cover the cost of new and replacement tools needed to get the job done.
Lakeside provides technicians with high quality, industry uniforms. Included are personal lockers, onsite weekly uniform pick-up and cleaning services as well as repair and replacement services as needed. Each technician receives Lakeside branded uniform winter jackets and replacement winter caps each year. All uniforms are personalized with the technician’s name and certifications.
We’ve got you covered when it comes to your CDL. Obtaining and maintaining your CDL is critical in your line of work, and we want to make it easy for our technicians. Lakeside covers the cost of a technician CDL license – whether you are getting it for the first time or if it’s a renewal. To ensure your CDL license doesn’t expire, we have a system to remind our technicians when it’s time for renewal.
Supporting your credentials so you can focus on the work you love to do. Lakeside covers the cost of CDL Medical Card issuance and renewals. To ensure your medical card doesn’t expire, we have a system in place to remind you when it’s time for renewal.
WORK LIFE BALANCE
We understand some employees prefer nontraditional work schedules to help support their families or to achieve work-life balance. For this reason, Lakeside is committed to working with our employees to help achieve this goal.
Lakeside provides Paid Time Off (PTO) benefits to full-time and part-time employees. Every employee begins earning time on their first day on the job. This program gives employees more flexibility than a traditional vacation day program making it easy to use for planned or unplanned absences. We know our employees want to manage their own time off needs and this program provides convenience. Best of all, earned, unused PTO is not lost! There’s no such thing as use it or lose it here. The Lakeside policy is use it now or use it later. You can even get paid for your unused time. You earned it – you decide.
Full-time Lakeside employees enjoy 56 hours of company paid holiday time each year. As a family-owned and operated business, we understand the value of family time and the importance of work-life balance. We want to make sure our employees can spend quality time with their family and friends during the holidays.
SAFETY
Working on commercial truck equipment as a diesel technician requires great vision. Lakeside offers diesel technicians the opportunity to purchase, replace and upgrade their protective prescription glasses once a year at no cost. Not only do our techs have the sharpest vision, but we ensure their eyes are well protected.
Working on large commercial truck equipment, carrying heavy parts and using industry tools all day, every day accidents can happen. Protecting our mechanics from accidents is important. Lakeside offers employees an annual work boot allowance to ensure toes and feet are protected on the job.
At Lakeside we consider safety to be more than a priority, it’s a core value. Working safely is embedded in our culture, guiding our decisions, and influencing how we do things. Throughout the year, our Environmental Health and Safety Manager leads rigorous safety audits and provides guidance on improvements as needed. In-house safety training is a constant as well. To ensure our employees are working the safest way possible we host several in person and web-based safety training workshops. Some key areas covered include driving safety, fire prevention, first aid, hazardous spills, eye safety, power tools, ladder safety, lock out tag out, ergonomics, bloodborne pathogen, and machine guarding.
PEACE OF MIND
We’ve got your back! We understand diesel technicians have a lot of skin in the game when it comes to their tools. Your tools are essential to your job and that’s why Lakeside offers tool insurance at no cost to our techs. You take great pride in your tools. Rest assured your investments are always protected at Lakeside.
We are grateful for the men and women who serve in the U.S. Armed Forces, and we are honored when they become part of the Lakeside family. From time to time, enlisted or reserve-status employees are required to fulfill their military duties and Lakeside is ready to accommodate. We know each individual’s situation is different, but rest assured Lakeside is committed to working with you and eager to have you return to regular job duties.
Consider Relocating
We’ve got a lot for you to do in southern Wisconsin and north central Illinois and we think you should consider relocating. Located in the perfect region, based in the American Midwest, our employees stay active year-round while the landscape offers a different experience with each changing season. From hiking, hunting, biking, fishing, boating, camping, swimming to ice fishing, skiing, and snowmobiling we’ve got a lot of ground to cover in 365 days.
With more than 60 state parks, 15,000 lakes and thousands of miles of shoreline, there’s a reason why we’re called Lakeside. Live, work and play in a place that offers a lot of scenery and great spaces to enjoy life every day of the year.
If you’re a sports fan, we’re home to several top performing professional teams including the Milwaukee Brewers, Milwaukee Bucks and Green Bay Packers. In this dairy state, even if you’re not a cheese head, Wisconsin is home to over 200 breweries. With 50 breweries in our backyard, between Milwaukee and Madison, sampling new brews makes for an easy pastime.
Home to Harley Davidson and world-renowned destinations and attractions such as Lake Geneva, Door County and Six Flags Great America amusement park. If you have a family or are planning to start one, Wisconsin offers residents a good quality of life, welcoming communities, and strong family values. Heading south of the border to Chicago is just 90 miles from Milwaukee and offers incredible sporting venues, great food, and even more culture.
Wisconsin is a great place and Lakeside will make a great new home for you – come join our family. If you’re interested in relocating, Lakeside offers a rich relocation package, and we’d like to tell you all about it.
If you’re a sports fan, we’re home to several top performing professional teams including the Milwaukee Brewers, Milwaukee Bucks and Green Bay Packers. In this dairy state, even if you’re not a cheese head, Wisconsin is home to over 200 breweries. With 50 breweries in our backyard, between Milwaukee and Madison, sampling new brews makes for an easy pastime.
Home to Harley Davidson and world-renowned destinations and attractions such as Lake Geneva, Door County and Six Flags Great America amusement park. If you have a family or are planning to start one, Wisconsin offers residents a good quality of life, welcoming communities, and strong family values. Heading south of the border to Chicago is just 90 miles from Milwaukee and offers incredible sporting venues, great food, and even more culture.
- 6th best state to live in
- 7th best state to raise a family
- #4 state with best schools
- Top 10 place to move for a job
Wisconsin is a great place and Lakeside will make a great new home for you – come join our family. If you’re interested in relocating, Lakeside offers a rich relocation package, and we’d like to tell you all about it.
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