Diesel Mechanic

Now Hiring a Diesel Mechanic

Job Description

This role focuses on diagnosing and repairing diesel trucks and related systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation. You will perform routine and maintenance, troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, and accurately document all completed work while working as part of a skilled technician team.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and overhaul diesel trucks in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications and safety standards.

• Test equipment after repair or assembly to verify proper performance and compliance with manufacturer guidelines.

• Perform routine maintenance on equipment and vehicles, including cleaning, lubricating, and basic adjustments.

• Troubleshoot and repair engines and drivetrains, identifying root causes of performance issues.

• Diagnose and repair electrical systems, including wiring, components, and related controls.

• Inspect, maintain, and repair brake, steering, and suspension systems to ensure safe operation.

• Service and repair hydraulic and air systems, including reading and applying hydraulic schematics.

• Accurately document all work performed, including repairs, parts used, and maintenance activities.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience with diesel repair and maintenance on trucks or similar equipment.

• Ability to read and work from hydraulic schematics and repair hydraulic systems.

• Experience with electrical systems, including diagnosing and repairing vehicle electrical issues.

• Solid understanding of vehicle diagnostics across engines, drivetrains, brakes, steering, suspension, hydraulics, and air systems.

• Experience working with electrical systems on diesel trucks or heavy equipment.

• Willingness to participate in ongoing training, including out-of-state technical training programs.

Why Work With Us?

• Join a stable, direct-placement opportunity with comprehensive benefits and strong support for your professional growth.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match

• Two weeks of paid time off, 56 hours of sick time, all major holidays off, and an additional day off for your birthday.

• Yearly tool and boot allowance to help you stay equipped for the job.

• Heavy investment in training, providing extensive learning opportunities, including travel to specialized manufacturer trainings, so you can continually develop your skills and advance your career.

Work Environment

• This is a full-time, day-shift position working Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

• You will work in a busy shop environment with on a team of maintenance professionals, equipment, and diesel mechanis.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Rochester, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43680.00 - $83200.00/yr.

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage 401K Match 2 weeks of PTO, 56 hours of Sick time and all Major Holidays off Get their Birthday off $1,000 Tool Allowance per year $150 Boot Allowance per year Lots of training provided

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Rochester,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.