Lead Diesel Mechanic & Senior Technician

Salem County Sheriff; Salem, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

State pension

Job summary

Salem County Sheriff seeks an experienced Diesel Mechanic to maintain and repair diesel engines across the fleet. You will lead lower-grade mechanics, organize work, and ensure high standards of safety and efficiency.

Responsibilities include diagnosing issues, disassembling and inspecting parts, and reconditioning or replacing components such as pistons, gears, and valves. A valid NJ driver’s license is required, with a strong focus on meticulous recordkeeping.

Qualifications

• One year of diesel engine repair training.
• Three years of diesel engine maintenance experience.
• NJ driver's license required.
• Possession of a diesel mechanic certificate may substitute for training.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanics and assign tasks for diesel engine work on vehicles and equipment.
• Diagnose trouble, disassemble, inspect parts, and determine necessary repairs.
• Recondition and replace pistons, bearings, gears, valves, and bushings using appropriate machines and tools.
• Perform installation, maintenance, and repair of fuel, exhaust, cooling, electrical, suspension, and steering systems.

Skills

Diesel engines

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Recordkeeping

Education

Diesel engine repair training

Tools

Engine lathes

Boring machines

Precision measuring

Hand tools

Job description

Salem County Sheriff seeks an experienced Diesel Mechanic to maintain and repair diesel engines across the fleet. You will lead lower-grade mechanics, organize work, and ensure high standards of safety and efficiency.

Responsibilities include diagnosing issues, disassembling and inspecting parts, and reconditioning or replacing components such as pistons, gears, and valves. A valid NJ driver’s license is required, with a strong focus on meticulous recordkeeping.