Diesel Technician

Job Title: Diesel Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Diesel Technician to perform comprehensive bumper-to-bumper repairs on diesel vehicles, primarily trucks. The role involves supporting development engineers with diesel engine and truck work, including mechanical and electrical tasks. You will be responsible for part swaps, teardown and rebuild, diagnostics, and repairs. This position may also require off-site development trip support.

Responsibilities

• Perform bumper-to-bumper repairs and troubleshoot/diagnose repairs and electrical issues on vehicles.

• Support development engineers with mechanical and electrical tasks on diesel engines and trucks.

• Conduct part swaps, teardowns, and rebuilds.

• Perform diagnostics and repairs on diesel vehicles.

• Participate in off-site development trips and provide repair support during test rides.

• Work closely with the team lead to receive and complete work tickets.

• Bring vehicles from the lot into the garage, put them on a lift, and carry out necessary repairs.

Essential Skills

• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose diesel issues, including codes and running problems.

• Strong mechanical skills.

• Experience with diesel engines and diagnostics.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Fabrication skills, including welding (MIG, TIG), are a significant bonus.

• 2 Year Technical Degree from an institution such as UNOH or Baker College.

• At least 8 years of experience, although candidates with a strong diesel

• A chauffeurs license is a nice-to-have due to the weight of trucks.

• Dealership experience with diesels is beneficial.

• Ability to work effectively as a team player, admitting mistakes, and having a strong work ethic.

Work Environment

The work environment involves working on diesel engine development on-site for five days a week. You can choose between two available schedules: 5-8 hour days from 6 AM to 2:30 PM or 4-10 hour days from 5 AM to 3:30 PM. The role offers the opportunity to work with new technology in a development role, providing a dynamic environment where each day brings different tasks and learning opportunities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of MILFORD, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $34.00/hr.

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.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in MILFORD,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.

About Actalent

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