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🔧 Diesel Mechanic - Earn $29-$32/HR 🚛💨Lexington, KY
Keep America's Heavy Equipment Moving!
Are you a skilled Diesel Mechanic who loves turning wrenches, solving complex problems, and keeping powerful machines running at peak performance? Join a team that values your expertise and gives you the opportunity to work on a wide range of diesel-powered equipment—including semi-trucks, buses, and heavy construction machinery.
If you take pride in diagnosing tough issues, performing quality repairs, and ensuring equipment stays on the road and on the job, this is the opportunity for you! 💪
🛠️ What You'll Do
As a Diesel Mechanic, you'll be responsible for inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining diesel-powered vehicles and heavy equipment.
Responsibilities
✅ Inspect diesel-powered vehicles and heavy equipment to identify mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues.
✅ Diagnose problems using advanced diagnostic software, testing equipment, and hand tools.
✅ Perform preventive maintenance to maximize equipment performance and minimize downtime.
✅ Repair, rebuild, and overhaul diesel engines and engine components.
✅ Service and repair transmissions, air brakes, hydraulic systems, and other critical components.
✅ Troubleshoot engine performance concerns and implement effective solutions.
✅ Maintain accurate service records, inspection reports, and repair documentation.
✅ Follow all safety procedures and shop best practices when working around heavy equipment.
✅ Utilize industry-leading tools, technology, and diagnostic equipment to perform efficient repairs.
✅ Communicate repair needs, equipment status, and timelines with supervisors and team members.
🔍 What We're Looking For
Required Skills & Experience
✔️ Proven experience working as a Diesel Mechanic on trucks, buses, or heavy equipment.
✔️ Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
✔️ Hands-on experience inspecting, maintaining, and repairing diesel engines.
✔️ Knowledge of hydraulic systems and heavy equipment repairs.
✔️ Experience with electrical systems, wiring, and engine controls.
✔️ Familiarity with transmissions, air brake systems, and drivetrain components.
✔️ Proficiency using diagnostic software and computerized troubleshooting tools.
✔️ Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment.
⭐ Bonus Qualifications
🔹 Experience working on semi-trucks, buses, or construction equipment.
🔹 Knowledge of fleet maintenance programs.
🔹 Ability to read technical manuals, wiring diagrams, and service documentation.
🔹 Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
🔹 Strong organizational and time-management skills.
🎯 Why Join Our Team?
At our shop, you're more than a mechanic—you're a critical part of keeping operations moving. We value hard work, technical expertise, and craftsmanship while providing opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career.
What We Offer
💰 Competitive Pay: $29-$32/HR
🚚 Work on a variety of trucks and heavy equipment
📚 Ongoing learning and skill development opportunities
🤝 Supportive and team-oriented work environment
🔧 Access to modern diagnostic technology and equipment
📈 Stable career with growth potential
🏆 A team that appreciates quality work and technical expertise
🏭 Work Environment
You'll work in a fast-paced, hands-on shop environment servicing semi-trucks, buses, and heavy construction equipment. This role involves the use of specialized diagnostic software, hand tools, lifting equipment, and advanced repair technology.
Expect a dynamic workday where no two repairs are the same! You'll be working around powerful machinery and mechanical systems, making safety, teamwork, and attention to detail critical to success.
🔥 Ready to Put Your Skills to Work?
If you're a dependable Diesel Mechanic who enjoys diagnosing problems, making repairs, and keeping heavy equipment operating at its best, apply today and take your career to the next gear! 🚛⚙️
Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Nicholasville, KY.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $65000.00/yr.
This company offers competitive employment benefits including comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a pension and 401(k) plan, and paid time off. Additional perks for employees include an on-site gym, uniform allowances, and free public transportation for both employees and their dependents.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Nicholasville,KY.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 2026.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
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.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Posting ID: JP-006177228