Heavy Diesel Mechanic

A&B Auto & Truck Repairs

Salt Lake City, UT

Pay: $19+/hr

Shift: Full time

**Job Overview**

As a Heavy Diesel Mechanic, you’ll inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain diesel-powered trucks and heavy equipment. You’ll use diagnostic tools, schematics, and hands-on mechanical knowledge to keep vehicles and equipment safe, reliable, and ready for work. The role may involve working with excavators, cranes, forklifts, Caterpillar equipment, farm machinery, industrial equipment, and tractor-trailers.

**Responsibilities**

• Diagnose and repair diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulics, air brakes, suspensions, alignments, and other vehicle systems.
• Perform heavy truck repair, equipment repair, vehicle maintenance, brake repair, tire service, and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) work.
• Troubleshoot automotive electrical systems and use schematics to identify faults; complete repairs, assembly, and equipment maintenance.
• Operate heavy equipment as needed and use hand and power tools for fabrication, welding, soldering, and other shop tasks.
• Your impact: Accurate inspections and timely repairs help drivers and equipment operators work safely and keep essential vehicles and machinery in service.

**Qualifications**

• Mechanical knowledge and mechanic or service technician experience; diesel mechanics, heavy equipment mechanics, automotive diagnostics, and automotive repair experience are valuable.
• Experience with diesel engine repair, mechanical systems repair, vehicle systems, shocks and struts, and automotive electrical system repair is preferred.
• Dealership experience, electrical experience, and familiarity with Caterpillar equipment, farm machinery, or industrial equipment are assets.
• Able to perform heavy lifting and safely use shop tools; experience with vehicle mechanics for truck drivers is a plus.
• Strong customer service skills and a careful, safety-focused approach to maintenance and repair.

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Work Location: In person