Diesel Mechanic

Job Title: Diesel Mechanic Job Description
This role focuses on performing preventative maintenance, diagnosing, and repairing medium-duty trucks and diesel engines. You will work on air brake systems, hydraulic systems, and electrical components, using schematics and diagnostic tools to identify and resolve drivability issues and check engine light problems. The position requires a hands-on technician who can independently troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical faults to keep equipment safe, reliable, and operating efficiently.
Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on medium-duty trucks to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Diagnose and repair diesel engines, addressing performance, drivability, and reliability issues.
• Repair and maintain air brake systems, ensuring proper function and compliance with safety standards.
• Read and interpret schematics for mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Work on hydraulic systems, including understanding how they function and performing repairs and adjustments.
• Diagnose and repair electrical issues on trucks, including wiring faults and component failures.
• Conduct wiring diagnostics to identify shorts, open circuits, and other electrical problems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve check engine light and drivability issues using appropriate diagnostic procedures and tools.
• Document work performed and communicate findings and recommendations clearly.
• Adhere to safety procedures and use appropriate personal protective equipment at all times.

Essential Skills

• At least 3 years of experience working with diesel engines and diesel-powered equipment.
• Experience performing preventative maintenance on medium-duty trucks.
• Proven ability to diagnose and repair diesel engines and related drivability issues.
• Experience repairing and maintaining air brake systems.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic schematics.
• Electrical experience, including diagnosing and repairing electrical issues on trucks.
• Proficiency with wiring diagnostics and troubleshooting electrical circuits.
• At least 1 year of experience working with hydraulic systems.
• Valid drivers license.
• Ability to obtain an airport SIDA badge in accordance with airport security requirements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions.
• Effective communication skills to explain issues and repairs clearly.
• Commitment to safety and proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Willingness to work a consistent schedule that includes evening and weekend hours.

Why Work Here?
You will join a solid and growing international group that values short decision lines and places employees at the center of its success. The organization offers an environment where you can develop and grow your skills over time, supported by competitive hourly pay based on experience and a comprehensive benefits package. Employees enjoy medical, vision, and dental insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, a 401(k) plan available after 30 days, increasing paid time off up to 20 days, paid sickness allowance per year, and provision of all required personal protective equipment. This combination of professional growth opportunities, strong benefits, and a supportive culture creates a stable and rewarding place to build your career.
Work Environment
This position follows a Wednesday to Saturday schedule from 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., providing a consistent four-day workweek with extended shifts. You will work in an operational environment servicing medium-duty trucks and diesel equipment, using diagnostic tools, schematics, and standard mechanics equipment. The company provides all necessary personal protective equipment to support a safe working environment. The role involves hands-on mechanical and electrical work in a shop and airport-related setting, requiring adherence to safety and security procedures throughout the shift.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Franklin Park, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $78000.00/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.
WHY TCR AMERICAS? : TCR Group is the leading European provider of integrated solutions for GSE (Ground Support Equipment) in aviation.• Part of a solid and growing international group• A company with short decision lines where our employees are central to the success of the company• An environment where you can develop and grow• A competitive hourly salary, depending on experience• Multiple employee benefits:o Medical Health Insuranceo Vision Insuranceo Dental Insuranceo ST & LT disability insuranceo Life Insuranceo 401k plan after 30 dayso PTO increasing up to 20 dayso Paid sickness per annumo Provision of all PPE
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Franklin Park, IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 26, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Franklin Park,IL.

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):
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