Diesel Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Second Shift Diesel Technician

Job Description

Join our team as a Diesel Technician, where you will perform preventive maintenance and repairs on yard trucks, focusing on electrical systems, computer diagnostics, and emission systems. Your role will involve welding, fabrication, and maintaining air brake systems while ensuring accurate documentation and adherence to safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on yard trucks.
• Diagnose and repair electrical systems, including wiring and battery systems.
• Conduct computer and emission system repairs.
• Execute welding and fabrication tasks as needed.
• Repair and maintain air brake systems.
• Maintain accurate service records and documentation.
• Follow safety protocols and use appropriate PPE.
• Other duties as assigned by the Service Manager.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in diesel mechanics or related field.
• Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Basic computer skills for diagnostics and record-keeping.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• DOT/Medical card certification.
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs and perform physical tasks (stooping, climbing, kneeling).
• Must own a complete set of quality hand tools (preferred).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Welding experience and familiarity with DPF/DEF systems.

Why Work Here?

This position offers a dynamic work environment where you will be working outdoors on the ports, providing opportunities for skill development and career advancement. Enjoy a supportive team culture and a structured schedule that ensures work-life balance.

Work Environment

Work will primarily be outdoors in the elements at the ports. The position is on the 2nd Shift, running from 2:00pm to 10:30pm Monday to Friday, with a mandatory half shift on Sundays from 6:00am to 12:00pm.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Savannah, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $54080.00 - $58240.00/yr.

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.

join a team that values safety, reliability, and professional craftsmanship in a dynamic port environment. The role offers consistent hours on a structured shift schedule, opportunities to deepen your expertise in diesel, electrical, hydraulic, and emission systems, and the chance to work with a variety of equipment. You will benefit from a culture that emphasizes accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement, giving you room to grow your technical skills and advance your career.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Savannah,GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.

\nCompany Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.