Diesel Mechanic
Compensation
The Role
Job Summary
Keep essential vehicles and equipment ready for demanding work as a Diesel Mechanic. You’ll inspect, diagnose, maintain, and repair diesel engines and heavy equipment, including construction machinery, farm machinery, industrial equipment, and tractor-trailers. Work may involve Caterpillar equipment, excavators, cranes, forklifts, and other machinery. Apply sound mechanical knowledge, follow original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications, and communicate clearly with customers and teammates.
Duties
- Perform diesel engine diagnostics and repair, equipment troubleshooting, and preventive vehicle and equipment maintenance.
- Diagnose and repair electrical systems, hydraulics, HVAC, transmissions, suspension, alignment, and air brakes; complete brake and tire service.
- Service construction machinery and heavy equipment; operate equipment when needed to inspect or verify repairs.
- Use schematics, hand and power tools, and diagnostic equipment; perform assembly, fabrication, welding, and soldering as needed.
- Document work, explain findings, and provide responsive customer service. Your impact: Accurate repairs help operators and customers return to work with safer, more reliable equipment.
Qualifications
- Mechanic experience, diesel mechanics knowledge, and experience with heavy equipment mechanics, equipment repair, maintenance, or construction equipment servicing.
- Practical skills in diesel engine diagnostics, automotive diagnostics, electrical diagnostics, vehicle maintenance, and equipment troubleshooting.
- Familiarity with air brakes, hydraulics, transmissions, suspension, alignment, HVAC, electrical systems, and brake repair.
- Ability to use hand tools and power tools, perform heavy lifting, and safely operate heavy equipment.
- Dealership or service technician experience, Caterpillar or OEM equipment familiarity, and skills in fabrication, welding, soldering, or tire service are preferred.
Pay: $30.71 - $40.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 – 55.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Benefits
Estimated- Competitive pay
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Tool allowance
