Auto & Diesel Mechanic 3+ Yrs

AppleOne Employment Services; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major medical, dental, vision, 401k

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services is seeking an experienced Automotive Technician with 3+ years of experience in repairing and maintaining light-duty to heavy-duty vehicles. You will diagnose issues, perform repairs, and conduct preventative maintenance on Ford, Chevrolet, and GMC models in an in-office setting.

The role requires strong diagnostic skills, electrical troubleshooting, and the ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of proven experience repairing and maintaining light-duty to heavy-duty vehicles.
• Experience working on Ford, Chevrolet, and GMC vehicles.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to provide personal hand tools required for vehicle maintenance and repair.
• Ability to work overtime, occasional weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles.
• Perform preventative maintenance inspections and safety checks.
• Repair engines, fuel systems, steering and suspension components, electrical systems, brakes, driveline components, and air conditioning systems.
• Utilize computerized diagnostic equipment to identify and resolve vehicle issues.
• Complete repair documentation accurately and timely using company systems.
• Record labor, parts, and equipment usage for billing purposes.
• Test drive vehicles to verify repair quality and performance.
• Maintain compliance with safety, environmental, and company standards.
• Communicate effectively with management regarding schedules, repair progress, and priorities.
• Assist and mentor fellow technicians when needed.

Skills

Vehicle repair

Diagnostics

Electrical systems

Teamwork

Communication

Overtime willingness

Education

ASE Certification

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Vehicle diagnostic software

Electronic testing equipment

Repair order systems

Job description

We're hiring an Automotive Technician with 3+ years of experience in automotive and diesel vehicle repair. If you have strong diagnostic skills, experience with electrical troubleshooting, and a passion for keeping vehicles operating safely and efficiently, we want to hear from you.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Pay: $33.60-$36.00 per hour

Location: In-Office Position

Occasional weekends and overtime may be required based on business needs.

Join a team that values quality workmanship, safety, teamwork, and professional growth.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• 3+ years of proven consecutive experience repairing and maintaining light-duty to heavy-duty vehicles

Experience working on Ford, Chevrolet, and GMC vehicles

Strong knowledge of:

• Gasoline and diesel engines
• Computerized diagnostics
• Electrical systems and troubleshooting
• Hydraulic brake systems
• Power steering systems
• Air conditioning systems

Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

Ability to provide personal hand tools required for vehicle maintenance and repair

Ability to work overtime, occasional weekends, and holidays as needed

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Preferred Qualifications

• ASE Certification (or willingness to obtain certification)
• Experience with:
  • GM Duramax engines
  • Ford Power stroke engines
• High School Diploma or GED
• Skills for documenting repairs, time tracking, and repair orders
• Computer Platforms
• Vehicle diagnostic software and electronic testing equipment
• Computerized repair order and timekeeping systems

Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles

Perform preventative maintenance inspections and safety checks

Repair engines, fuel systems, steering and suspension components, electrical systems, brakes, driveline components, and air conditioning systems

Utilize computerized diagnostic equipment to identify and resolve vehicle issues

Complete repair documentation accurately and timely using company systems

Record labor, parts, and equipment usage for billing purposes

Test drive vehicles to verify repair quality and performance

Maintain compliance with safety, environmental, and company standards

Communicate effectively with management regarding schedules, repair progress, and priorities

Assist and mentor fellow technicians when needed

Stay current with emerging automotive technologies and repair procedures

If you're an experienced Automotive Technician who enjoys diagnostics, repairs, and solving mechanical challenges, we'd love to hear from you.

Benefits: For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

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