Diesel Mechanic

Randstad USA; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

AD&D insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401(k) plan

Job summary

Randstad USA in Fort Lauderdale is seeking an experienced Diesel / Equipment Mechanic to join our branch team. The role offers steady, hands-on work with competitive pay, top-tier benefits, and opportunities for advancement.

Responsibilities include preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and overhauls on diesel engines and hydraulics, plus field and shop service. A high school diploma and valid driver's license are required; CDL or trade certification is a plus. Shift: first, hours 8 AM–4 PM.

Qualifications

• Experience with diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Familiarity with diagnostic tools and OEM schematics.
• Trades certification or CDL a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and overhauls on diesel engines and hydraulic/electrical systems.
• Complete pre- and post-rental safety checks to ensure machine readiness.
• Troubleshoot using diagnostic tools and schematics to identify issues quickly.
• Log service records and parts usage in fleet management system.

Skills

Diesel engines

Hydraulics

Electrical diagnostics

Engine fault codes

Hand tools

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Keep the Fleet Moving. Power the Nation’s Infrastructure.

We supply the equipment that builds communities, restores disaster zones, and drives industries forward. We are looking for an experienced Diesel / Equipment Mechanic to join our branch team. If you're looking for a steady, hands-on role with great pay, top-tier benefits, and actual room to advance, this is your spot.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain & Repair: Perform preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and overhauls on diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems for excavators, boom lifts, generators, and industrial pumps.
• Inspect: Complete pre- and post-rental safety checks so every machine leaves the yard 100% job-site ready.
• Troubleshoot: Use diagnostic tools and schematics to pinpoint electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical issues quickly.
• Document: Keep clean, accurate work orders and track parts using our fleet system.

What You Bring

• Experience: 1–3+ years working on diesel engines, heavy equipment, or industrial machinery.
• Skills: understanding of hydraulics, 12V/24V electrical diagnostics, and engine fault codes.
• Tools: Your own set of standard mechanics' hand tools (we help with tool allowances and program discounts).
• Requirements: High School Diploma/GED and a valid Driver’s License. Trade certification or CDL is a huge plus!

Ready to Build Your Career?

salary: $56,000 - $80,000 per year

shift: First

work hours: 8 AM - 4 PM

education: High School

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnostics & Repairs: Perform routine maintenance, engine diagnostics, and repairs on diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and fuel delivery networks.
• Fleet Inspection: Conduct comprehensive pre- and post-rental inspections to verify equipment is safe, operational, and meets safety compliance standards.
• Preventative Maintenance: Execute scheduled oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks, and component servicing across a diverse fleet (e.g., excavators, booms, scissor lifts, generators, pumps).
• Field & Shop Service: Perform work primarily in a shop setting, with occasional field service calls to client job sites as needed.
• Documentation: Log service records, work orders, parts usage, and inspection reports accurately in the fleet management system.
• Safety & Standards: Maintain a safe, clean shop environment in strict compliance with OSHA, EPA, and company policies.

The essential functions of this role include

• working up to 10 hrs of overtime per week
• working weekends

Skills

• Maintenance
• Electrical
• diesel
• Mechanical Assembling (3 years of experience is preferred)
• Power generation
• air conditioning

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 5 years
• Experience level: Experienced

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Experience

• Experienced
• 5 years

Education

High School (required)