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Diesel Mechanic

$60k - $78k
Job Title: Diesel Mechanic Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Diesel Mechanic to perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and diagnostics on medium duty trucks and diesel engines. The role involves repairing air brakes, reading schematics, working on hydraulic systems, and diagnosing electrical issues.

Responsibilities
  • Conduct preventative maintenance on diesel engines and medium duty trucks.
  • Repair and diagnose issues with diesel engines and air brakes.
  • Read and interpret schematics to understand electrical and hydraulic systems.
  • Perform wiring diagnostics and address check engine light issues related to drivability.
  • Work with hydraulic systems to ensure proper functionality.
  • Utilize electrical experience to diagnose and resolve electrical issues in trucks.
Essential Skills
  • Proficient in preventive maintenance and diesel engine repairs.
  • Experience in working with hydraulics and electrical systems.
  • Ability to diagnose and resolve truck engine and drivability issues.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in diesel mechanics.
  • At least 1 year of experience in hydraulics.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Capability to obtain an airport SIDA badge.
Why Work Here?

As part of a solid and growing international group, you will be in an environment where employees are central to the company's success. Opportunities for personal development and growth abound in a company with short decision lines. Enjoy a competitive hourly salary based on experience, along with multiple employee benefits including medical, vision, dental insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, a 401k plan after 30 days, PTO increasing up to 20 days, paid sickness per annum, and provision of all PPE.

Work Environment

The work schedule is Sun-Wed, from 5am to 3:30pm. The hourly wage ranges from $29-37, depending on experience.

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 Insurance o Vision Insurance o Dental Insurance o ST & LT disability insurance o Life Insurance o 401k plan after 30 days o PTO increasing up to 20 days o Paid sickness per annum o Provision of all PPE

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Franklin Park,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 15, 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.

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