Diesel Mechanic

Diesel Mechanic

Trillium Drivers is now hiring experienced generator or diesel mechanics in the Dallas area!

This role consists of working out of town for about 4 weeks at a time and coming home for 4 weeks Mon-Sun. Morning and night shifts are available depending on the job, 7am-7pm or 7pm-7am. Pay is between $25/hour-$40/hourly plus OT after 40 hours. Hotel or Air B & B is paid for by the company, and you will also receive per diem to help out with food expense.

Key responsibilities include:

• Perform preventative maintenance on standby and mobile diesel generators.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and control system issues.
• Utilize computer diagnostic tools and software to troubleshoot faults and monitor performance.
• Conduct load bank testing and operational checks.
• Install and commission generators, transfer switches, and associated equipment.
• Respond to scheduled service calls and emergency breakdowns.
• Maintain detailed service reports, work orders, and documentation.
• Communicate with dispatch and customers regarding job status and recommendations.
• Follow all company and site-specific safety procedures.
• Keep service vehicle, tools, and test equipment in clean, safe working condition.

Required qualifications include:

• 2+ years' experience as a generator technician, diesel mechanic, or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines, electrical systems, and controls.
• Proficient with computer-based diagnostic tools.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, fault codes, and service manuals.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Ability to pass background check and drug screening.
• Comfortable working independently in the field.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Experience with brands such as Cummins, Caterpillar, Kohler, Generac, John Deere, MTU.
• Experience with ATS (Automatic Transfer Switches).
• Load bank testing experience.
• OEM certifications or factory training.
• Experience with mobile rental or event power systems.

Trillium Driver Solutions has been recruiting and hiring CDL and Non-CDL drivers for over 30 years. Whether you are seeking casual work or a full time driving career, let the experts at Trillium put you behind the wheel. Our clients range from Fortune 100 companies to small businesses, but our philosophy remains the same: to achieve excellence by providing quality employees with an uncompromising level of service. We believe in honesty, integrity, and a simple philosophy of providing value to our customers and our employees. Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Trillium offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes the ability to participate in health insurance and retirement plans, paid holidays, state required leave, and other leave, if applicable. Trillium's offerings are dependent on the state in which the assignment is located, length of time worked, and may change depending on assignment. Benefit packages for direct hire placements vary based on the client company.

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