**Job Title: Diesel Mechanic** **Job Description** The diesel mechanic will be responsible for diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing semi-trucks and trailers. This includes engine repairs, engine overhauls, diagnosing, DPF (diesel particulate filter) repairs, transmission and clutch repair and replacement, differential and power divider repairs, axle, hub, and bearing service, air brakes, hydraulic brakes, air systems, and spring replacement/repair. **Responsibilities** + Diagnose and troubleshoot semi-trucks and trailers + Perform engine repairs, overhauls, and DPF repairs + Repair and replace transmissions and clutches + Service differentials, power dividers, axles, hubs, and bearings + Repair air brakes, hydraulic brakes, and air systems + Replace and repair springs + Handle a variety of vehicles including semi-trucks, charter buses, and lift trucks + Perform general PMs on trucks **Essential Skills** + 3+ years as a diesel mechanic with good tenure and strong work references + 3+ years diagnosing and repairing diesel engines, brakes, clutches, and large machinery including semi-trucks + Experience with diesel mechanics and diesel engines + Proficiency in engine repair, specifically Cummins, Detroit, Volvo, and Peterbilt engines + Experience with diagnostic testing and troubleshooting + Own tools and toolboxes valued around $15-25k **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Knowledge of electrical systems + Ability to work with technology, including laptops for work orders **Why Work Here?** Join a family-owned company that values hard work and a positive attitude. We offer competitive wages, weekends off, a 4-day work week option, full or part-time hours, a 401(k) savings plan, employee discounts, health insurance, free life insurance, a flex plan, 8 paid holidays, uniforms and uniform maintenance, paid time off, free short and long-term disability, continuing education, and a bonus program. **Work Environment** Work a 1st shift schedule from Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm, with potential for four 10-hour days. Our 26k sq. ft. facility is clean and equipped with electronic lifts to avoid crouching or working above your head. While we have a dedicated cleaning staff, each mechanic is responsible for keeping their workstation clean. Our family-owned company trains employees well and fosters a supportive and hardworking culture. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Des Moines, Iowa. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00 • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Des Moines,IA. **Application Deadline** This position will be accepting applications until Jan 31, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.