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Job Title: Diesel Mechanic

Job Description

We are looking for a Mechanic to perform truck repair and maintenance work in accordance with factory and industry standards. The candidate will run diagnostics on vehicles and work closely with other team members to meet company goals.

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

Essential Skills

• Diesel Mechanic

• Ground Support Equipment Mechanic

• Wheeled Mechanic

• Diagnostic testing

• Heavy Equipment Mechanic

• Diesel Mechanic

• Electrical

• Troubleshooting

• Power Generation Equipment Repairer

• Transmission Repair

• Engine Repair

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience working on cars, buses, or trucks

• Cummins Engine experience preferred

• CDL License a plus (not required)

• Must be able to obtain SIDA Badge for the Airport

Why Work Here?

Once permanent, employees become part of the Union and receive full benefits including Medical, Vision, and Dental, as well as a tool allowance. The company provides opportunities for training such as ASE and other necessary training, and also assists with obtaining a CDL License.

Work Environment

Candidates will work in an indoor mechanic shop that can get cold in the winter and hot in the summer. The culture is very laid back and everyone helps each other out. You will work with lead mechanics in the shop. The dress code includes steel-toed boots, and the company provides a uniform. The hours for this position are 1st Shift: 6am-2:30pm.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Boston, Massachusetts.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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 Boston,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 16, 2025.

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.