Diesel Mechanic

Niewohner Bros Inc; Albion (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Niewohner Bros Inc is seeking a Diesel Mechanic to diagnose, maintain, and repair a broad range of agricultural and feedlot equipment at our Nebraska location. You will service diesel engines, hydraulic and electrical systems, and perform engine overhauls, brake work, and fabrications as needed.

You will use diagnostic tools, read manuals, and maintain precise service records while collaborating with farm and trucking teams to prevent downtime.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a diesel mechanic, agricultural mechanic, or similar role.
• Strong working knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and general mechanical troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic tools, scan equipment, and repair manuals.
• Welding and fabrication skills are preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, service manuals, and schematics.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL and/or ASE Diesel Technician Certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair diesel engines used in feed trucks, tractors, loaders, skid steers, and other heavy farm equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, cooling, and fuel systems across various diesel-powered and gas-powered machinery.
• Conduct engine overhauls, transmission service, and brake repairs as needed.
• Service and maintain small engines and utility vehicles such as 4-wheelers, generators, and pumps.
• Use diagnostic software and tools to assess performance issues and ensure accurate repairs.
• Weld and fabricate components using MIG, TIG, stick, or gas welding methods for equipment repairs and custom modifications.
• Maintain complete and accurate service records for all equipment.
• Respond to field service calls and perform on-site repairs in a timely and efficient manner.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized shop and work area.
• Collaborate with feedlot, trucking, and farm teams to prioritize repairs and identify potential mechanical failures before they cause operational disruptions.
• Ensure all work complies with company safety standards and manufacturer specifications.
• Operate machinery post-repair to verify performance and functionality.

Skills

Diesel engines

Mechanical troubleshooting

Diagnostics tools

Safety compliance

Education

ASE Diesel Technician Certification (preferred)

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Repair manuals

Scan equipment

Job description

Position Summary: The Mechanic will perform diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on a wide range of agricultural and feedlot equipment. This position plays a key role in minimizing downtime and ensuring the reliability and safety of machinery used in feeding, hauling, and day-to-day operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair diesel engines used in feed trucks, tractors, loaders, skid steers, and other heavy farm equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, cooling, and fuel systems across various diesel-powered and gas-powered machinery.
• Conduct engine overhauls, transmission service, and brake repairs as needed.
• Service and maintain small engines and utility vehicles such as 4-wheelers, generators, and pumps.
• Use diagnostic software and tools to assess performance issues and ensure accurate repairs.
• Weld and fabricate components using MIG, TIG, stick, or gas welding methods for equipment repairs and custom modifications.
• Maintain complete and accurate service records for all equipment.
• Respond to field service calls and perform on-site repairs in a timely and efficient manner.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized shop and work area.
• Collaborate with feedlot, trucking, and farm teams to prioritize repairs and identify potential mechanical failures before they cause operational disruptions.
• Ensure all work complies with company safety standards and manufacturer specifications.
• Operate machinery post-repair to verify performance and functionality.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a diesel mechanic, agricultural mechanic, or similar role in a feedlot, farm, or commercial setting.
• Strong working knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and general mechanical troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic tools, scan equipment, and repair manuals.
• Welding and fabrication skills are preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, service manuals, and schematics.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Valid driver’s license required; CDL and/or ASE Diesel Technician Certification is a plus.

Dress and Personal Protective Equipment:

• Must wear appropriate clothing for all operations to protect against injury-safety glasses; no loose clothing; gloves; ear protection; etc.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, and walk, talk, or hear; and use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee must occasionally climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds occasionally.