This critical role supports transportation and heavy equipment operations by maintaining and repairing diesel vehicles and machinery. The Diesel Mechanic ensures vehicle reliability, safety, and optimal performance through comprehensive diagnostic, maintenance, and repair services. This position requires advanced technical skills, mechanical expertise, and a commitment to maintaining high-quality equipment functionality across various vehicle types and systems.
Pay Range:
A Mechanic Ranking: $43-47/hour
B Mechanic Ranking: $35-43/hour
C Mechanic Ranking: $29-35/hour
Signing Bonus:
A Mechanic Ranking: $15,000 (Paid in $3,000 installments at 30, 90, 180, 270, and 365 days)
B Mechanic Ranking: $10,000 (Paid in $2,000 installments at 30, 90, 180, 270, and 365 days)
C Mechanic Ranking: $4,000 (Paid in two $2,000 installments at 90 and 180 days)
Benefits:
Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
401K, Pension
Short and Long Term Disability
Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Overtime as needed
Job Responsibilities:
Maintain safe and professional working environment
Diagnose and perform preventative maintenance on heavy-duty diesel vehicles and equipment
Remove, repair, rebuild, and replace vehicle assemblies and parts
Perform electrical work including wiring systems and starter rebuilding
Repair and adjust electrical sensors and computerized systems
Diagnose fuel management, ignition systems, and engine timing
Weld broken assemblies and parts
Manage equipment, materials, and supplies
Maintain clean and organized work area
Prepare work reports and records
Learn and utilize diagnostic equipment
Handle road service calls
Qualifications:
3+ years fleet/transportation maintenance experience
Valid Driver's License
Knowledge of Hydraulic and Pneumatic systems
Ability to work independently
Understanding of maintenance manuals and diagrams
Experience with heavy-duty vehicle repair
Knowledge of safety regulations (OSHA, DOT)
Problem-solving and customer service skills
CDL (A class) license preferred
PA Inspection License A+ preferred
Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Certification
DOT brake adjustment certification
Physical Demands:
Handle tools and controls
Stand for long periods
Kneel, stoop, crouch, bend, stretch
Lift 50 pounds regularly, up to 100 pounds occasionally
Precise hand and finger movements
Color and sound discrimination
Numbers & Facts
Location
South Plainfield, New Jersey
Skills
CDL Driver's Licenseunmatched
CompTIA A+unmatched
Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
Diesel Engineunmatched
Driver's Licenseunmatched
Electrical Wiringunmatched
Electricityunmatched
Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
Heavy Equipment/Vehiclesunmatched
Hydraulic Engineeringunmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
Life Insuranceunmatched
Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
Maintenance - Electricalunmatched
Maintenance Servicesunmatched
Materials Managementunmatched
OSHAunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Prescription Drugsunmatched
Preventative Maintenanceunmatched
Quality Managementunmatched
Refrigerationunmatched
Regulationsunmatched
Reporting Skillsunmatched
Resolve Customer Issuesunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Tuition Reimbursementunmatched
User Documentationunmatched
Vehicle Fleetsunmatched
Weldingunmatched
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