Diesel Truck Mechanic

Truck Mechanic Job Description As a Truck Mechanic, you will be responsible for executing major repairs including engine, transmission, accident damage, and rear end issues within our transportation truck shop. You will perform essential maintenance tasks to ensure a fully functional and operational transportation fleet. Responsibilities Perform all major preventive maintenance, major component rebuilds, and interpret shop materials. Conduct repairs and maintenance on refrigeration equipment as needed. Repair major structural damage to trailers, refrigeration systems, and internal engine components. Execute welding functions as necessary. Carry out basic service line functions such as checking tire air pressure and changing lights. Perform minor tune-ups and solve electrical and brake problems. Conduct compressor preventive maintenance for refrigeration systems. Repair all tractors (excluding rebuilds), warehouse equipment, external components, minor trailers, and external engines. Continuously seek efficient methods to reduce costs and improve labor productivity. Recommend modifications to procedures or processes to enhance efficiency, productivity, and cost reduction. Ensure compliance with company standards in accuracy, safety, and productivity. Essential Skills Proficiency in diesel troubleshooting. Experience in repairing engines, replacing brakes, and tires. Skill in working on trailers and engines for 18-wheelers. Ability to repair and maintain refrigeration units on trucks. Competency in welding and body repair. Why Work Here? We offer a competitive benefits package including a 5% 401(k) company match, company perks discounts, and an Employee Assistance Program. Our health benefits are comprehensive, covering medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, alongside voluntary benefits. Work Environment The work environment is a non-climate controlled truck shop, equipped with heaters in the winter and fans in the summer. Shift options include 2nd shift (Sun-Thurs, Mon-Fri, Tues-Sat from 1pm-9:30pm) and 3rd shift (9pm-5:30am). Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $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 Manning,SC. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 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.