Diesel Technician/Mechanic

About us

Choate Diesel Solutions is a Diesel Mechanic Shop in Bolivar, TN. We are professional, fast-paced and customer-centric. $55 per flag hour for the right candidate.

Our company is hiring a Diesel Mechanic to work in a large manufacturing facility. The perfect candidate will have a background in diesel engine repair and experience driving and operating heavy machinery. We’re interested in speaking to qualified candidates who are looking for an opportunity to work in a team-oriented environment, and who are serious about their work and about advancing their careers.

Duties and Responsibilities – Diesel Mechanics collaborate with other repair team members to ensure a vehicle is safely and efficiently operating to the driver’s needs. They often have the following duties and responsibilities:

• Reading work orders to evaluate the tasks required
• Preparing work plans after fully scoping out the issues
• Running diagnostic tests on diesel engines and interpreting the results to offer suitable solutions
• Inspecting vehicle systems, including suspensions, steering and exhausts
• Repairing or replacing vehicle transmissions, brakes, engines and other associated parts
• Test driving repaired vehicles to gauge their performance
• Completing oil changes, wheel balancing, alignment and brake checks
• Maintaining records of parts inventory and serviced vehicles

Skills and Qualifications – Diesel Mechanics use a variety of technical and soft skills to provide the most comprehensive repair solutions they can, including:

• Advanced knowledge of a vehicle, its electrical system and the mechanisms of a diesel engine
• In-depth knowledge of diesel engine components and operational mechanisms
• Superior knowledge of maintenance tools and repair equipment
• Comfortable using mechanical and electrical power tools
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Keen attention to detail
• Basic knowledge of computer systems and other relevant electronics
• Proficiency in the use of diesel engine diagnostic software
• A valid driver’s license
• Good interpersonal skills
• Effective collaboration and communication skills

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $55.00 per flag hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bolivar, TN 38008: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Diesel Repair Mechanic: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $55.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement

Experience:

• Diesel engine repair: 1 year (Preferred)
• Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person