Diesel Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Diesel Mechanic to inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain diesel-powered vehicles and equipment. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities, takes pride in quality workmanship, and can work efficiently in a shop or field-service environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs on diesel trucks, trailers, construction equipment, generators, or fleet vehicles.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and fuel-system problems using diagnostic equipment and service manuals.
• Repair or replace engines, transmissions, brakes, suspension, steering, driveline, exhaust, cooling, and emissions-control components.
• Conduct DOT and safety inspections as required.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Communicate repair findings, recommend work, and estimate timelines to foreman and upper management.
• Follow all company safety policies, environmental procedures, and manufacturer specifications.
• Respond to roadside or field-service calls when assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; vocational or technical training preferred.
• Prior experience as a diesel mechanic, heavy-equipment mechanic, fleet technician, or automotive technician.
• Working knowledge of diesel engines, air brakes, hydraulics, electrical systems, and emissions systems.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, repair manuals, and technical specifications.
• Ability to safely operate shop equipment, hand tools, power tools, jacks, lifts, and diagnostic devices.
• Valid driver's license required; CDL is preferred.
• ASE certifications, particularly Medium/Heavy Truck certifications, are preferred but not required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in physically demanding conditions, including standing, bending, kneeling, and working around noise, grease, and changing weather conditions.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with International, Freightliner, Peterbilt, Mack, John Deere, Case, Caterpillar, Ditch Witch or similar platforms.
• Welding, fabrication, or trailer-repair experience.
• Strong troubleshooting, time-management, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with management and crew leaders.