DIESEL MECHANIC

Job Description

Job Description

Job Type: Full-Time 

Schedule: Monday-Friday 

Location: Alexander, NY

Hours: 40 Hours (Opportunity for overtime)

Pay Range: $26-$30 Depending on experience.

Come join our team! As a diesel mechanic, you will perform complex operations including engine, electrical, fuel, brake, and exhaust repairs on large commercial vehicles. Following OEM and other standards, you will perform thorough preventive maintenance inspections, along with roadside and emergency service repairs, among other duties. Candidates must have accreditation from a school or certification program, proven experience, and be able to pass a background check. Read more to apply! 

Responsibilities: 

• Perform thorough, accurate preventative maintenance inspections.
• Following schedules, complete all required maintenance operations including lubrication, fluid changes, brake adjustments, and tire rotation.
• With direction from the Fleet Maintenance Supervisor, performs unscheduled maintenance as needed.
• Performs complex operations including engine, electrical, fuel, brake, and exhaust repairs and field tests. This requires interpreting and working from drawings, specifications, and other technical materials. 
• Perform emergency roadside services as needed. 
• Inspection of equipment and diagnose mechanical defects. 
• Document repairs and parts on work orders completely and accurately 
• Maintain tools and workplaces so that conditions are neat and orderly. 
• Performs other duties as required. 
• Emergency conditions may require on call service calls, extended hours, or weekend work flexibility. 
• May, on occasion, be required to drive vans, buses, and vehicles to perform road tests etc. 
• Perform other duties as required. 

Qualifications:  

- Experience troubleshooting and diagnosing diesel engines
- Experience with air brake systems preferred
- CDL preferred, but not required
- Must be willing to obtain a CDL if not currently licensed
- Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

2+ year(s) experience as diesel mechanic or mechanic preferred.
Accreditation from a school or certification program preferred.
Complete all training requirements.
Pre-employment background checks.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. 

STA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants; returning military are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.