• Entry Level Truck Technician

    Aerotek (Tukwila, WA)


    Entry Level Truck Technician

    Job Description

    Perform basic maintenance tasks on diesel trucks, excluding engine work. This role is ideal for recent graduates from trade schools or diesel technology programs with a strong foundation in automotive repair. This position offers hands-on experience in a highly sought-after trade with excellent future career prospects.

    Responsibilities

    + Perform basic maintenance on diesel engines, including tire changes, oil changes, fluid checks, and filter changes.

    + Inspect for wear and tear and identify potential issues.

    + Assist experienced technicians with more complex repairs, such as electrical diagnostics.

    + Ensure a strong level of safety in all tasks.

    Essential Skills

    + Mechanical aptitude

    + Experience with repair and service

    + Proficiency with hand tools

    + Knowledge of automotive repair

    + Familiarity with diesel and cargo mechanics

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Recent graduation from trade school or at least 2 years of hands-on experience

    + CDL is a plus

    + ASE certification is a plus

    + Must have own tools

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    The company fosters a close, family-like culture where feedback and teamwork are highly valued. They cover 80% of all benefits, including PTO, dental, and vision. Employees gain extensive experience and work in a unique market niche, with the company being the largest hub for propane and liquid gas tank inspections.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The work environment includes both indoor and outdoor settings. Once trained, employees may assist with new production tasks during slower repair periods. This may involve climbing into tanks, so candidates must not be afraid of confined spaces or heights. The large shop is situated in a neighborhood, and the owner is very hands-on and involved.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tukwila, Washington

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/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 Tukwila,WA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on May 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.