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Job Title: Diesel Service Mechanic
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Diesel Service Mechanic to handle repairs on a variety of construction equipment. This role involves both shop-based and on-site repair work, ensuring all machinery is in optimal condition.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventative and fleet maintenance on rough terrain forklifts and telehandlers.
- Conduct service checks and repairs on diesel construction equipment, including hydraulics, electrical systems, transmissions, pin/cylinders, wheel replacements, and oil changes.
- Handle occasional trailer and truck repairs, including brake lights, dolly leg issues, and air compressor fixes.
- Utilize personal tools for shop work; forklift-specific tools will be provided.
- Align work with local residential and commercial building sites.
Essential Skills
- Experience with diesel engines in construction equipment or trucks.
- Proficiency in hydraulic troubleshooting.
- Ability in electrical troubleshooting and wiring.
- Competency in reading blueprints and schematics.
- Knowledge of heavy equipment, pneumatics, and diesel engines.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with various fabrication tools such as plasma cutters and drills.
- Experience in custom truck, trailer, or construction experience.
- Welding skills are a plus.
Why Work Here?
Enjoy quick career advancement opportunities with weekly direct deposit. Benefit from PTO/paid holidays, comprehensive health and dental insurance, and a 401K plan with a company match.
Work Environment
The position requires splitting time between the shop and using a service vehicle to repair construction equipment at various sites.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of St Paul, MN.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $62000.00 - $80000.00/yr.
- Quick Career Advancement Opportunities - Weekly Direct Deposit - PTO/Paid Holidays - Health Insurance/Dental Insurance - 401K with Match
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in St Paul,MN.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jun 15, 2026.
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.
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-006062947
