Diesel Technician - 1st Shift

Airoldi Brothers, Inc.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 44,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Airoldi Brothers, Inc. in Madison, WI is seeking a diesel mechanic to inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain medium and heavy-duty trucks. The role requires strong diagnostic aptitude, reliable attendance, and the ability to lift up to 75 lbs.

You will work 1st shift Monday–Friday, on-site, with benefits including health and dental insurance, 401(k) with match, PTO, and ongoing OEM training. Prior shop experience and CDL or ability to obtain CDL are valued.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years' experience as a diesel mechanic.
• Strong diagnostic aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver's license; CDL preferred or ability to obtain CDL.

Responsibilities

• Inspect mechanical components of vehicles to identify problems.
• Overhaul and repair heavy-duty engines, clutches, transmissions, differentials, power systems, cooling systems, steering, hydraulics.
• Install engines, transmissions, and other components.
• Perform preventative maintenance.
• Submit complete technical reports and documentation as required by manufacturers.
• Operate equipment to demonstrate function or malfunction.
• Replace worn or defective parts and rewire electrical systems.
• Align equipment or machinery and repair non-engine components.
• Install vehicle parts or accessories and troubleshoot system problems.
• Comply with safety, EPA regulations and internal controls.
• Complete work orders with accurate labor and parts logs.

Skills

Diesel mechanic

Strong diagnostic aptitude

Valid driver's license

CDL license or ability to obtain one

Communication skills

Teamwork

Dependable attendance

Owning hand tools (plus)

Eagerness to learn

Professionalism

Basic computer skills

Ability to lift up to 75 lbs

Education

High School diploma/GED equivalence

Job description

For over 85 years, Airoldi Brothers has provided innovative truck leasing solutions to customers of all sizes-from small businesses to large fleets. We have earned several exceptional customer service awards. Every member of the Airoldi team is committed to meeting our customers' needs. We are a family-owned and operated company that strives to make you feel like part of the family too. Applicants must be reliable, willing to learn, work well under pressure, take pride in work, and communicate effectively.

Why Airoldi Brothers?

• Flexible work schedule
• Highly competitive wages. Any of the following can qualify an individual for higher pay: shop experience, heavy-duty truck experience, AC certification, CDL, engine certification(s), formal education, etc.
• Quality and cost-effective insurance options: health, dental, vision-, life-, short- and long-term disability,
• 401k match, paid vacation, paid sick time, PTO days, paid holidays.
• Ongoing OEM training.
• Many opportunities for growth and advancement.

Responsibilities:

• Inspect mechanical components of vehicles to identify problems.
• Overhaul and repair heavy duty engines, clutches, transmissions, differentials, and power systems, cooling systems, steering systems, hydraulic systems, or any other system used on medium and heavy-duty trucks.
• Install engines, transmissions, and other components.
• Perform preventative maintenance.
• Submit complete technical reports and documentation as required by manufacturers in all components on all makes of trucks and trailers.
• Operate transportation equipment to demonstrate function or malfunction.
• Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.
• Rewire electrical or electronic systems.
• Align equipment or machinery.
• Repair non-engine automotive or vehicle components.
• Install vehicle parts or accessories.
• Troubleshoot equipment or systems operation problems.
• Complies with safety and EPA regulations as well as internal controls.
• Completes all work orders in a timely manner, ensuring all labor and parts are charged to the appropriate work order line and comments are entered; understands reason and task codes and signs and checks parts order form.
• Tags all warranty parts with appropriate information.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Requirements:

• High School diploma/GED equivalence
• Diesel mechanic 3+ years' experience
• Strong diagnostic aptitude
• Valid driver's license
• CDL license or ability to obtain one
• Communication skills
• Teamwork
• Dependable and reliable attendance
• Owning your own hand tools is a plus
• Eagerness to learn
• Professionalism
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.

Schedule:

• 1st Shift - Monday - Friday

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In-person