Heavy Diesel Mechanic

Hoffman Trucking & Excavating, Inc.

Nekoosa, WI

Pay: $30-$38/hr

Shift: Full time

**Overview**

Keep heavy-duty vehicles and equipment ready for safe, reliable work as a Heavy Diesel Mechanic. You’ll inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain diesel engines, trucks, and machinery, using mechanical knowledge and diagnostic tools to identify issues and complete repairs. Your impact: Accurate repairs help drivers and equipment operators return to work with dependable vehicles and machinery.

**Duties**

• Diagnose and repair diesel engines, transmissions, air brakes, suspension, shocks and struts, alignment, hydraulics, heating and air conditioning (HVAC), and automotive electrical systems.
• Perform vehicle maintenance, brake and tire service, equipment repair, and preventive maintenance on heavy trucks, tractor-trailers, farm machinery, and industrial equipment.
• Use schematics, hand and power tools, and automotive diagnostics to inspect vehicle systems and troubleshoot mechanical systems.
• Support equipment assembly, fabrication, welding, and soldering; operate heavy equipment such as excavators, cranes, forklifts, and tractors when needed.
• Document work performed and communicate repair needs clearly, applying customer service skills when coordinating with drivers or equipment operators.

**Requirements**

• Mechanic or service technician experience, with practical skills in diesel mechanics, heavy equipment mechanics, heavy truck repair, and vehicle maintenance.
• Working knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, transmissions, air brakes, electrical systems, and equipment maintenance.
• Ability to use hand and power tools, read schematics, perform heavy lifting, and safely operate relevant equipment.
• Experience with Caterpillar equipment, dealership service, automotive repair, fabrication, or farm machinery is valued.
• Related experience in automotive diagnostics, vehicle mechanics, welding, soldering, tire service, or electrical repair is a plus.
• Mechanical diagnostics with JPro software.

Pay: $30.00 - $38.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Diesel Mechanic: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CDL (Required)

Work Location: In person