Diesel Mechanic
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$25 - $35 per hour |
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| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | 2430 Sylvan Shores Dr Charleston 29414 Charleston, South Carolina open_in_new |
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Verified Pay check_circleProvided by the employer$18.08
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About this job
Job Description
Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled Shop Technician to perform maintenance, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairs on a variety of diesel-powered, hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical equipment. This position offers hands-on work, ongoing training, and opportunities for career growth.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on heavy equipment and diesel-powered machinery.
- Troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
- Read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and repair documents.
- Utilize diagnostic tools and software, including CAT ET and CAT SIS.
- Inspect, test, and verify equipment performance.
- Install and replace parts and components as needed.
- Complete service reports, work orders, and related documentation.
- Operate lifting devices and shop equipment safely.
- Maintain a safe work environment and provide excellent service.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- 3+ years of experience repairing and maintaining diesel or heavy equipment.
- Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
- Ability to read electrical and hydraulic schematics.
- Experience with hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Self-motivated team player able to work with minimal supervision.
Working Conditions
- Primarily works indoors in a non-climate-controlled shop.
- Regular standing, bending, lifting, pushing, and pulling.
- Frequent use of tools, diagnostic equipment, and computers.
- PPE required.
- Overtime, weekends, shifts, and on-call work may be required.
Our recruiters are highly experienced in finding skilled craft professionals across construction, engineering, operations & maintenance, project services, commissioning and shutdown/outage needs.
This is not a remote position!
From the apprentice to the senior discipline supervisor, we have the experience and understanding to match the skills and knowledge of the candidate to your project needs.
Stable company, seeking a dependable employee to grow with the company.