Diesel Technician / Trailer Technician
Aerotek
**Job Title: Diesel Technician / Trailer Technician**
**Job Description**
We are looking for a skilled Diesel Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will be able to handle repairs of diesel trucks and trailers from day one. This role requires a strong understanding of various mechanical systems and the ability to perform a wide range of repairs and maintenance tasks.
**Responsibilities**
+ Rebuild diesel truck engines
+ Perform transmission work and clutch repair
+ Conduct electrical repair and troubleshooting
+ Carry out diagnostic tasks
+ Repair wheel bearings and seals
+ Perform brake repairs and oil changes
+ Conduct body work and door repair/replacement on trailers
+ Fabricate metal parts and perform axle repair
+ Repair and install refrigeration units on trailers
+ Conduct frame work on trailers
**Essential Skills**
+ Hydraulics
+ Electrical troubleshooting
+ Diesel engine repair
+ Transmission repair
+ Diagnostic skills
+ Clutch repair
+ Suspension repair
+ Oil change procedures
+ Trailer repair
+ Engine repair
+ Diesel maintenance
+ Fabrication skills
+ Brake repair
+ Fleet maintenance
+ Welding
+ Wheel bearings and seals repair
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Perform preventative maintenance on tractors and tanker trailers
+ Comply with all DOT laws and regulations
+ Prepare and complete documentation on maintenance computer systems (Dossier)
+ Ability to diagnose and repair engines
+ Knowledge of various semi-tractors and engines
+ Experience in diagnostic and repairing of emissions systems
+ Knowledge of factory diagnostic software
**Why Work Here?**
We offer 100% paid individual health insurance and provide room for growth, with opportunities to move into a shop manager role. Our small team of technicians fosters a supportive environment, and there is potential for pay raises after becoming a permanent employee. We also offer voluntary overtime and have a full-time trainer for those looking to start a career in the diesel industry.
**Work Environment**
The work environment is non-climate controlled, so be prepared for varying temperatures and conditions.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lawrenceville, Georgia.
**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.
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