Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Diesel Mechanic specializing in heavy trucks and equipment to join our dynamic maintenance team. In this role, you will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of heavy-duty vehicles and industrial equipment to ensure optimal performance, safety, and reliability. Your expertise will help keep our fleet operational and ready to meet demanding work schedules. This position offers an exciting opportunity for mechanics with a passion for heavy machinery, automotive diagnostics, and mechanical systems repair to showcase their skills in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive diagnostics and repairs on diesel engines, transmissions, suspensions, brakes, hydraulics, and electrical systems of heavy trucks and equipment.
- Conduct routine maintenance such as oil changes, tire service, air brake adjustments, wheel alignments, and shock & strut replacements to maximize vehicle lifespan.
- Utilize schematics and technical manuals to troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues efficiently.
- Fabricate parts or modify equipment using welding, hand tools, power tools, and fabrication techniques as needed for custom repairs or modifications.
- Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, cranes, forklifts, and other industrial machinery safely and effectively during repair or testing procedures.
- Maintain detailed service records including inspection reports, repair logs, and maintenance schedules to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborate with team members to perform vehicle assembly, equipment repair, and preventive maintenance tasks that support operational readiness.
Skills
- Proven dealership experience or extensive background in heavy truck repair and industrial equipment maintenance.
- Strong mechanical knowledge of diesel engines, transmissions, HVAC systems, suspension components, shocks & struts, and vehicle systems.
- Skilled in automotive diagnostics using schematics and electronic testing tools; proficiency with automotive electrical system repair is essential.
- Experience working with heavy equipment operation such as excavators, cranes, forklifts, farm machinery, and other industrial machinery.
- Ability to perform fabrication tasks including welding (SMAW/MIG/TIG), soldering, and assembly of mechanical parts.
- Familiarity with service technician procedures for tire service, brake repair, alignment services, hydraulics systems repair, and HVAC maintenance.
- Adept at using hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and other mechanical repair tools efficiently while maintaining safety standards.
- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to communicate technical information clearly to clients or team members.
- Physical capability for heavy lifting and working in various environmental conditions; attention to detail is critical for ensuring safety compliance.
Join us if you’re ready to bring your diesel mechanic expertise into a vibrant environment where your skills directly impact operational success! We value energetic professionals who thrive on problem-solving and delivering top-tier vehicle maintenance services every day.
Pay: From $35.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
