Diesel Mechanic – 2nd Shift | Union Benefits

Cogent Talent Solutions; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 41,328 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Welfare

Vision

Dental

Union Pension

Paid vacation

Holidays

Weekly pay

Job summary

Cogent Talent Solutions is seeking a Diesel Service Tech/Mechanic for the 2nd shift (3:30 PM to Midnight) in the St. Louis area. This role offers union wages and benefits through Machinist District 9, with a Monday–Friday work week and 8.5-hour shifts including a 30-minute lunch.

The position starts on days and moves to nights after 90 days, with pay increases each September. The ideal candidate has at least 4 years of diesel/heavy equipment experience, a CDL-B (CDL-A preferred), and strong

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of diesel or heavy equipment maintenance and repair experience.
• CDL-B license required; CDL-A preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of diesel engines, electrical systems, and related mechanisms.
• Proficient with maintenance tools and repair equipment.
• Must furnish own tools; able to read work orders and plan tasks.

Responsibilities

• Consult with customers and review work orders to determine tasks.
• Prepare work plans after scoping issues.
• Run diagnostic tests and interpret results to propose solutions.
• Inspect vehicle systems (suspension, steering, exhaust).
• Repair or replace transmissions, brakes, engines, and other parts.
• Conduct field visits for emergencies or breakdowns.
• Test drive vehicles to assess performance.
• Perform oil changes, coolant service, AC checks, and brake inspections.
• Maintain records of parts and serviced vehicles.
• Keep work area organized and compliant with waste/environment standards.

Skills

Diesel engine knowledge

Diagnostic testing

Tools proficiency

CDL-B license

CDL-A preferred

Electrical system knowledge

Team collaboration

Tools

MaxxTraxx knowledge

Diesel diagnostic software

Job description

Cogent Talent Solutions is seeking a Diesel Service Tech/Mechanic for the 2nd shift (3:30 PM to Midnight) in the St. Louis area. This role offers union wages and benefits through Machinist District 9, with a Monday–Friday work week and 8.5-hour shifts including a 30-minute lunch.

The position starts on days and moves to nights after 90 days, with pay increases each September. The ideal candidate has at least 4 years of diesel/heavy equipment experience, a CDL-B (CDL-A preferred), and strong