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Diesel Mechanic

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Diesel Mechanic to perform both preventative and reactive maintenance on a fleet of vehicles, including trucks and heavy equipment. This role requires expertise in troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of diesel engines and related systems.

Responsibilities

+ Conduct preventative and reactive maintenance on fleet vehicles, including trucks and heavy equipment.

+ Troubleshoot and repair diesel engines, electrical systems, and hydraulic systems.

+ Perform maintenance on brakes, transmissions, and pneumatics.

+ Ensure effective fleet maintenance and repair of trailers and heavy equipment.

Essential Skills

+ 5+ years of diesel mechanic experience.

+ Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing diesel engines and related systems.

+ Experience with preventive maintenance and fleet maintenance practices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Comfortable using diesel laptops with software such as CAT, Cummins, Detroit, Bobcat, Ford, etc.

Why Work Here?

Join a team that values technical expertise and provides opportunities for continuous learning and growth. You will work in a supportive environment that encourages professional development and recognizes hard work and dedication.

Work Environment

Work in a well-equipped shop environment using state-of-the-art tools and equipment. The role involves hands-on work with diesel engines and heavy equipment, requiring attention to detail and safety.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Gretna, Nebraska.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/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 Gretna,NE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 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.