Diesel Mechanic
Aerotek
**Job Title: Diesel Mechanic**
**Job Description**
This position performs scheduled preventative maintenance and necessary repairs to automobiles, trucks (Class 4-8), vans, and material handling equipment. The role requires diagnosing electrical systems, fuel systems, brake systems, and all other assemblies associated with vehicle maintenance and repair. The position works with a high degree of independence and requires the mechanic to have their own tools and toolbox (general hand and power tools). Physical movements such as lifting, pinching, bending, reaching, climbing, and manipulating and handling objects are also part of the job.
**Responsibilities**
+ Diagnose failures of vehicles and disassemble, repair, and reassemble as necessary.
+ Perform preventative maintenance on vehicles.
+ Meet internal customer’s expectations.
+ Maintain vehicle records as required.
+ Answer Road Calls.
**Essential Skills**
+ Diesel engine maintenance
+ Preventive maintenance
+ Fleet maintenance
+ Troubleshooting
+ Repair
+ Diagnosis
+ Engine repair
+ Experience with hydraulic and air brake systems
+ Knowledge of internal combustible engines (multi fuel sources)
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ High School Diploma or GED
+ 1+ years experience as a mechanic
+ Valid CDL license
+ MUST BE ABLE TO PASS CDL AND STATE INSPECTION TESTING
+ State inspection license A – required within 180 days of hire
+ ASE (automotive service excellence) Medium/Heavy Equipment – preferred but not required
**Why Work Here?**
We offer full health benefits, pension opportunities, and paid continuing education.
**Work Environment**
The role is based in a fleet shop with 2-100 foot bays on the same site as the distribution facility. The environment is hot in the summer and cold in the winter, with a very tenured team of technicians working at the site. The mechanic will need to bring their own tools and will work with other technicians as well as independently. The job involves working in small confined spaces and moving around large trucks. The shift is Monday to Friday. The dress code includes a uniform, steel-toe boots, and PPE when needed (vest, glasses, etc.).
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract position based out of Newport News, Virginia.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr.
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 Newport News,VA.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on May 9, 2025.
**About Aerotek:**
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
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.
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