Job Title: Diesel Mechanic

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Diesel Mechanic to join our team. The body shop technician will be responsible for performing bumper-to-bumper repairs and maintenance on diesel trucks, including Volvo trucks and vehicles with Cummins and MAC engines. This role involves engine overhauls (excluding engine rebuilds), transmission repairs, and hands-on mechanical work.

Responsibilities

• Perform bumper-to-bumper repairs and maintenance on diesel trucks, including Volvo trucks and vehicles with Cummins and MAC engines.

• Conduct engine overhauls (excluding engine rebuilds).

• Carry out transmission repairs.

• Engage in hands-on mechanical work.

• Inspect, repair, and diagnose issues with diesel trucks.

• Work with diesel engines, diesel repair, diesel maintenance, and hydraulics.

• Train newer technicians as needed.

• Take an online course regarding Volvo software and repairs if not Volvo certified.

Essential Skills

• Experience with diesel engines, diesel repair, and diesel maintenance.

• Knowledge of Volvo and MAC trucks.

• Ability to inspect, repair, and diagnose diesel trucks.

• Understanding of hydraulics.

• 3+ years of experience preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• No specific education required.

• No certifications required.

• Diesel apprenticeship or program experience would be beneficial.

• Must be punctual, have a positive attitude, be willing to learn, and ask questions when unsure.

Why Work Here?

Join a close-knit, small team and benefit from free online training through Volvo. We provide a lot of support and opportunities to learn more within the trade, especially for less experienced candidates.

Work Environment

The position is based in a small shop environment with 4 diesel technicians, 1 shop manager, a few administrative/customer service personnel, and some salespeople. The shop operates on a 1st shift schedule from 8 AM to 6 PM, Monday through Friday, with no weekend work. The shop is clean and temperature-controlled.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tifton, Georgia.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $32.00

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 Tifton,GA.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Dec 31, 2024.

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.