Diesel Mechanic

Job Title: Diesel Mechanic

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Diesel Mechanic to join a dynamic team in revamping and fully staffing a prominent Trucking Diesel Shop. This role focuses predominantly on maintaining and repairing Ford, Mack, and International trucks, with occasional work on other light to heavy equipment. The position demands strict adherence to OSHA and H&K Safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose malfunctions by reading job orders and observing and listening to trucks or equipment in operation.
• Install new ignition systems, align front wheels, and replace or recharge batteries and transmissions.
• Replace gas or diesel engines, and overhaul engines as necessary.
• Examine and adjust protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices on trucks and equipment.
• Conduct routine lubrication and service of vehicles.
• Fabricate special lifting or towing attachments, hydraulic systems, shields, or other devices as per schematic drawings.
• Perform collision repair including sanding, prepping, and painting.
• Ensure standard maintenance on trucks and equipment, complying with state inspection requirements.
• Perform electrical diagnosing and computer-based diagnostics.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy comprehensive benefits including 100% medical coverage and a 401K match. Work in an environment that values teamwork and personal growth, while ensuring a safe, clean, and non-biased shop.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Middletown, PA.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $40.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Middletown,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 6, 2026.

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.