Diesel Technician - 2nd Shift

Airoldi Brothers, Inc.; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; 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 Appleton, WI is seeking a diesel mechanic to join the team on 2nd shift. This full‑time, in‑person role involves inspecting, repairing, and maintaining heavy‑duty vehicles and engines, with an emphasis on safety, accuracy, and timely work orders.

The ideal candidate has 0–5 years of diesel experience, a valid license, and a strong diagnostic mindset, plus willingness to learn and contribute to a family‑owned shop with competitive wages and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Diesel mechanic experience 0–5 years.
• Valid driver's license; CDL or ability to obtain one.
• Strong diagnostic aptitude and problem‑solving skills.
• Reliable, team player with good communication.
• Willingness to lift up to 75 lbs and learn new skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect mechanical components of vehicles to identify problems.
• Overhaul and repair engines, clutches, transmissions, and power systems.
• Install engines, transmissions, and other components.
• Perform preventative maintenance.
• Submit complete technical reports and documentation as required by manufacturers.
• Operate transportation equipment to demonstrate function.
• Replace worn, damaged, or defective parts.
• Rewire electrical or electronic systems.
• Align equipment or machinery.
• Repair non‑engine components and install vehicle parts.
• Troubleshoot equipment or systems operation problems.
• Comply with safety and EPA regulations; complete work orders on time.

Skills

Diesel mechanic

Diagnostic skills

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Hand tools

Professionalism

Basic computer skills

Driver's license

CDL (or ability to obtain)

Eagerness to learn

Lift 75 lbs

Education

High School diploma/GED

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 0-5 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

• 2nd 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

Final confirmation of any job offer will be contingent upon you undergoing a pre‑employment drug screening. Failure to complete such screening, the falsification of a screening, or a positive finding on a screening will remove you from employment consideration for one year. Final confirmation of any job offer will also be contingent upon you undergoing and passing a pre‑employment background check.