We are looking for an experienced Diesel Mechanic to join our team. In this role, you will perform truck repair and maintenance work in accordance with factory and industry standards, run diagnostics on vehicles, and collaborate with other team members to meet company goals. The ideal candidate will have experience as a Diesel Mechanic or Auto Mechanic.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor and major repairs on trucks and buses
• Conduct regular preventative maintenance on service trucks, including inspection, tire rotation, and oil changes
• Maintain parts inventory and cleanliness in the shop
• Collaborate with the repair team to diagnose problems with vehicles and plan repairs
• Perform regular diagnostic tests on trucks
• Maintain accurate records of each repair performed on vehicles

• 3 years of experience working as a Mechanic
• Experience with diagnostic and repair of engines
• Experience with cooling and analog systems
• Diesel Mechanic, Auto Mechanic, Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Electrical, Troubleshooting, Power Generation Equipment Repairer skills

• Cummins Engine experience preferred
• Must be able to obtain SIDA Badge for the Airport
• CDL License a plus (not required)

Once you become a permanent employee, you will be part of the Union and receive full benefits (Medical, Vision, Dental) and a tool allowance. The company provides opportunities for further training such as ASE and other necessary training, and will also assist with obtaining a CDL License.

Work Environment

Candidates will be working in an indoor mechanic shop, which can get cold in the winter and hot in the summer. The culture in this location is very laid back and everyone helps each other out. You will be working with the lead mechanics in the shop. The dress code requires steel-toed boots and the company provides a uniform. Must be open to working one of the following shifts: 1st Shift: 7am - 3:30pm, 2nd Shift: 2pm - 10:30pm, 3rd Shift: 10pm - 6:30am.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jamaica, New York.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $28.00/hr.

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 Jamaica,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2025.

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.