Diesel Mechanic

Diesel Mechanic

All StarZ Staffing is hiring a Diesel Mechanic for an immediate opening with a transportation company in Lakewood, WA (near Lakewood Towne Center). We're looking for someone with diesel and/or trailer repair experience to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair vehicles. This is a full time, temp to hire opportunity.

Pay for the Diesel Mechanic:

• $41 $45 per hour, depending on experience
• $5k signing bonus ($2500 after a probation period & an additional $2500 after one year)
• Relocation reimbursement available for candidates outside the Pierce/King/Thurston county area (up to $2500)
• $500 annual tool allowance

Job Location:

• Lakewood, WA: 5-minute drive from Lakewood Towne Center and Clover Park Technical College
• Bus line accessible: located right next to Pierce Transit bus stops (Routes 206 & 212)
• Convenient location near local restaurants, and more dining options nearby at Lakewood Towne Center

Schedule for the Diesel Mechanic:

• Monday Friday
• Night shift

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical/dental/vision insurance once hired on
• Supplemental health insurance
• 6 paid holidays for qualified associates (11 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays once hired on)
• Paid sick & safe time (12 days of vacation plus 12 days of sick leave per year once hired on)
• 401(k) plan
• 2 on-site gyms available
• Wellness program with the opportunity to earn 2 paid wellness days once hired on
• Tuition assistance available after 1 year of employment once hired on (up to $5k per year, up to a total of $18k)
• Retirement plans available with company matching once hired on
• Company paid ORCA card once hired on
• $500 annual tool allowance once hired on

Diesel Mechanic Duties:

• Repair and maintain natural gas, diesel, and gas vehicles and equipment
• Repair, adjust, or replace parts for natural gas, diesel, and gasoline vehicles (including engine, transmission, drive train, lubrication, cooling, exhaust, and air or hydraulic systems)
• Diagnose and troubleshoot problems with fuel, electrical, programmable logic controls, and mechanical systems
• Troubleshoot, adjust and repair vehicle parts (including air-ride and steering systems, and wheelchair lifts)
• Remove, rebuild, and replace parts (including automatic transmission)
• Perform inspections, and preventative services for natural gas, diesel, gas vehicles
• Enter work orders into a computer system
• Maintain a neat and clean work area

Diesel Mechanic Qualifications:

• 1-2 years diesel mechanic experience, diesel mechanic certification, or 2 years of diesel mechanic vocational study, or completion of a 4 year diesel mechanic apprentice program
• 2-3 years of journey-level mechanical work
• Experience repairing transit, bus, or over-the-road coach preferred
• Must have basic computer skills to complete work orders
• Valid driver's license & good driving record required for driving and operating company vehicles
• Ability to obtain a Class B Commercial License Permit (CLP)
• Ability to obtain a Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) (company assistance available)
• Must be able to work as part of a team
• Familiarity with tools (including jacks, wrenches, grease guns, and hydraulic hoists)
• Must be able to maintain reliable attendance
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs

Workplace Culture:

• Union representation
• Award winning employer for overall employee satisfaction
• Award winning company for environmentally friendly practices
• Room to grow this company promotes from within

Why you'll love working with All StarZ:

• Weekly pay
• Choice of direct deposit or pay card
• Competitive benefits, including supplemental health insurance, paid sick & safe time, 401(k) and more!
• Custom feedback to improve your resume
• Job interview tips from our expert recruiting team
• Job coaching
• Grow your career with us! Let our team know what your career goals are, and we'll match you with opportunities to help you meet them.