Diesel Mechanic

Job Title: Diesel Mechanic

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Diesel Mechanic to perform repairs and preventative maintenance on trailers, cranes, processors, and trucks. This role involves diagnosing and troubleshooting repairs, understanding DOT information on trailers, and performing safety inspections in compliance with FMCSA, company, and other regulations. The position requires both major and minor parts changing, suspension and wheel end maintenance, welding, and cutting operations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct all repairs and required preventative maintenance on leased equipment to keep them operational.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment issues independently.
• Perform safety inspections and prepare necessary safety documents as per FMCSA and other regulations.
• Engage in major and minor parts changing, suspension and wheel end maintenance.
• Perform routine inspection of the work area to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Read and interpret electric and hydraulic schematics.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in air brake repair, hydraulics, brakes, diesel engine repair, transmission, and diesel maintenance.
• Experience as an auto mechanic with a strong foundation in mechanical and preventive maintenance.
• Ability to diagnose and repair engines effectively.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Entry-level diesel mechanic experience preferred but not required.
• Basic mechanic experience is essential; diesel experience is a plus.
• Must possess own basic tools

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Decatur, IL.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Decatur, IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Decatur,IL.

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.