Diesel Mechanic

Des Plaines Material & Supply; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Des Plaines Material & Supply in Des Plaines, IL is seeking a skilled Diesel Mechanic to join our service team. The role involves diagnosing faults, repairing diesel engines and related systems, and performing preventative maintenance on commercial vehicles and equipment.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience, strong diagnostic abilities, and the capacity to supervise shop activities. We offer a competitive benefits package and stable full-time employment.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of diesel vehicle maintenance and repair.
• Proficiency with diesel diagnostic equipment and software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good organizational skills and multitasking ability.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, troubleshoot, and repair diesel vehicles and equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on diesel vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain parts and inventory.
• Keep detailed records of serviced vehicles.
• Test drive vehicles to assess performance.
• Comply with annual DOT inspection procedures.
• Keep shop clean and supervise other mechanics.
• Maintain regular attendance.

Skills

Extensive knowledge of diesel vehicle…

Proficient with diagnostic equipment &

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Visual diagnostic ability

Ability to read service manuals

Highly organized and multitask

Tools

Diesel diagnostic tools

Job description

Des Plaines Material & Supply, founded in 2004, is a leading supplier of landscaping materials, sewer, and water supplies, and on-site concrete in the Chicagoland area. We are a fast-growing company that has grown exponentially throughout the years. We pride ourselves on great customer service and we make our customers’ complex projects simple and successful. We are looking for a self-motivated individual with an entrepreneurial spirit to join our team. We offer a competitive package with excellent benefits.

We are now hiring a full-time Diesel Mechanic. The individual needs to be highly organized and communicate effectively. The primary duties include performing diagnostic testing to find faults, analyze results, repair/replace engine, steering, transmission, braking, lighting systems and other related components.

Essential job duties and responsibilities:

• Analyze/troubleshoot and repair diesel vehicles, commercial motor vehicles and equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance on diesel vehicles, commercial motor vehicles and equipment
• Maintain parts & inventory
• Maintain detailed records of serviced vehicles
• Test drive vehicles to gauge performance
• Adhere to an inspection procedure checklist (Annual DOT Inspection) on Commercial Motor Vehicles
• Ensure cleanliness of the shop
• Supervise other shop mechanics
• Regular attendance and physical presence at work is an essential function of this position
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Extensive knowledge of all aspects of diesel vehicles maintenance and repair.
• Proficient with related computer diagnostic equipment and software.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to visually diagnose mechanical issues.
• Ability to read service and repair manuals.
• Highly organized and able to multitask

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of diesel work experience
• Knowledge of diagnostic testing on diesel vehicles and engines
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Lift/Carry up to 55 pounds frequently.

Physical Requirements:

• Lift/Carry up to 55 pounds frequently.
• Lift up to 100 pounds occasionally

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.