Diesel Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

IMMEDIATELY HIRING 1ST SHIFT DIESEL MECHANICS IN KERNERSVILLE, NC *Must have clean driving record* PAY $25 - 35 PER HOUR

We are seeking a skilled Diesel Mechanics to maintain and repair large diesel generators, batteries, and electrical generators both in-house and in the field. This role involves servicing and maintaining compressors on HVAC systems, including diesel, electric, AC units, chillers, and dehumidifiers. The technician will also set up services and repairs based on customer needs and perform preventive maintenance service calls.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair large diesel equipment, generators, batteries, and electrical generators.
• Service and maintain compressors on HVAC systems including diesel, electric, AC units, chillers, and dehumidifiers.
• Set up services and repairs in the field based on customer needs.
• Perform preventive maintenance service calls in the field.
• Respond to on-call schedule rotation every 3 weeks.
• Run service calls as the technician on call.
• Diagnose rental equipment issues.
• Cover large territory from south end of Lexington to north of Blacksburg, Virginia.

Essential Skills

• Experience with diesel equipment.
• Ability to maintain HVAC, compressors, chillers, dehumidifiers, generators, and other units.
• Basic electrical knowledge to ensure safety.
• Skills in electrical, mechanical troubleshooting, repair, and hydraulics.
• Experience with diesel engines, field service, installation, and using a multimeter.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to diagnose and repair HVAC systems.
• Proficiency with diagnostic tools on a laptop for engine systems.
• Knowledge of refrigeration systems; 608 certification preferred but not required.
• Ability to set up services and repairs in the field.
• Experience with rental equipment diagnosis.

This is a Contract position based out of Kernersville, NC.

The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Kernersville,NC.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.