Diesel Mechanic

What You’ll Do This role is responsible for full life-cycle maintenance and care of up-to medium‑duty gas and diesel vehicles. Responsibilities include design and upfitting when trucks are introduced to AAA Washington fleet, preventive maintenance and servicing, diagnostics, collision repairs, and parts and records management. All mechanic tools are provided. WHO WE ARE At AAA Washington, we equip our members with trusted service and expertise to confidently travel through life. We provide best‑in‑class roadside assistance, discounts and rewards, travel services and insurance, and have served our members for over 120 years. We encourage an inclusive culture and support applicants from all backgrounds. We have an immediate opening for a mechanic to service and retrofit our line of tow trucks, offering flexible scheduling (five 8‑hour shifts or four 10‑hour shifts). WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING AT AAA WASHINGTON You’ll play an important role in bringing AAA Washington’s spirit of service and peace of mind to our membership. Consistently ranked as one of the Best Places to Work, we aim for work‑life balance, support hybrid and remote work options for many positions, and offer some of the best benefits in the region. ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Independently assess need for, inspect, and perform maintenance and repairs on all areas of up-to medium‑duty gas and diesel vehicles. Diagnose mechanical and other malfunctions of diesel vehicles and perform vehicle repairs, including engine, hydraulics, transmissions, and electric systems. Design and execute upfitting to meet desired end state, including metal design, fabrication, electrical wiring, cameras, toolboxes, lights, wrap, etc. Maintain records of vehicle maintenance and repairs on appropriate forms and fleet software programs, assigning time spent per vehicle. Perform safety inspections of equipment and prepare required documentation; oversee disposal of hazardous materials. Manage parts inventory, including ordering, tracking, and stocking. Interact with drivers to prepare and close out work orders. Move parts to and from the job site and install or remove them on vehicles. Comply with all applicable industry laws and regulations. Identify maintenance and vehicle operational concerns and communicate solutions to fleet management. Perform DOT Inspection Certifications. Contribute to a positive team dynamic through respectful interactions and active collaboration to achieve departmental and organizational goals. Incorporate AAA’s vision, mission, and values in day‑to‑day work. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or GED. 5+ years of experience performing automotive mechanical repairs and diagnostics with medium‑duty diesel trucks, including hydraulics and electrical systems. Must be able to pass and maintain DOT physical requirements test. Experience designing and fabricating/welding custom builds. Experience with hydraulic and electric work on a fleet of heavy‑duty vehicles. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Commercial Driver’s License Class‑A. Experience repairing forklifts. Maintenance experience on a fleet of both gas and diesel vehicles. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Valid driver license. Technical or trade school certification preferred. ASE certification in multiple automobile and medium/heavy truck disciplines, or obtain within 6 months. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES Skilled in diagnosing mechanical and other malfunctions and performing diesel vehicle repairs, including hydraulic and electric systems. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Competent in MS Office and navigating the internet. Ability to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment. Skilled at working independently; able to prioritize and complete assignments with minimal direction. Skilled in handling urgent situations professionally and willing to take extra measures when solving problems. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and strong customer service skills. Technical knowledge of major vehicle systems and diesel equipment. BENEFITS WE OFFER Health insurance (medical, vision, dental and prescription drug). All mechanic tools provided. Up to 22 days of paid time off (PTO) in the first year. Eleven paid holidays in addition to PTO. 401(k) with employer match. Life, short‑term disability and long‑term disability insurance. Flexible spending accounts. Shift differential for nights and weekends. 4 hours of volunteer time off per year. On‑demand pay / earned wage access. Free Premier RV AAA Washington membership. Travel, insurance, and membership discounts and perks. Paid, ongoing training throughout your career. THRIVE wellness program. Flexible work arrangements (4x10s or 5x8). Tax‑advantaged commuter benefit. Free parking. Financial literacy education. SALARY RANGE Hourly salary range is $43.30 – $53.06, with offer rate based on experience. Opportunity for annual discretionary company bonus based on performance. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS This position is deemed to be a safety‑sensitive position. The physical environment is typical of a standard mechanic shop space, requiring work inside and outside in heat, cold, wet, humid, and dry conditions; frequent use of personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials; and awareness of surroundings for personal safety. OTHER Equipment used: computer, heavy machinery, garage/shop tools, vehicles. Travel: rarely travel. DISCLAIMER: Position/Job characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. #J-18808-Ljbffr