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Job Title: Diesel Mechanic

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Diesel Mechanic to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in diesel engine repair, air brake systems, and heavy truck and trailer wiring. The role involves maintaining and repairing a diverse fleet of diesel engines and performing various mechanical and fabrication tasks.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair air brake systems including brake adjustment, replacement, and chamber replacements.

• Perform heavy truck and trailer wiring system repairs.

• Conduct diesel engine repairs on various models including Cummins, Cat, Paccar, and International engines.

• Utilize fabrication skills, including wire feed and stick welding.

• Maintain and repair hydraulic pumps and cylinders.

• Handle DPF and exhaust after-treatment systems.

• Perform truck tire repair and replacement.

• Work on medium duty trucks, especially Ford F-550 with 6.7L diesel engines.

• Diagnose and repair small engines.

• Repair and maintain electric trailer brakes.

• Ensure A/C systems are functioning, particularly R-134A systems.

• Maintain punctuality, safety standards, and cleanliness of the work area.

Essential Skills

• Extensive knowledge of diesel engine repair and maintenance.

• Proficiency in air brake systems and diagnostics.

• Experience with heavy truck and trailer wiring systems.

• Skilled in welding and fabrication.

• Hydraulic pump and cylinder repair experience.

• Knowledge of DPF and exhaust after-treatment systems.

• Truck tire repair and replacement skills.

• Experience with Ford F-450 and F-550.

• Small engine repair and diagnostic skills.

• Electric trailer brake repair experience.

• A/C certification for R-134A systems.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $72800.00

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 Rockford,IL.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 7, 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.