Diesel Mechanic Job in Washington, DC | Fleetpro
Overview
You will own maintenance and repair for heavy-duty diesel fleets across government and private clients. With 5+ years in diesel mechanics, you will diagnose and fix engines, transmissions, and electrical systems on trucks, excavators, and cranes. Work on a diverse range of machinery alongside a team that values precision and reliability. This role offers hands-on fabrication and diagnostic challenges with direct impact on fleet uptime.
What You'll Do7
- 1Diagnose diesel engine issues using schematics and automotive diagnostic tools on heavy-duty equipment.
- 2Repair and maintain trucks, excavators, cranes, and forklifts including brakes, air brakes, and hydraulics.
- 3Replace critical components like shocks and struts, wheel alignments, and HVAC systems.
- 4Fabricate parts with welding and soldering equipment to meet specific repair needs.
- 5Document all service work and ensure compliance with safety standards and manufacturer specs.
- 6Assemble and disassemble equipment during major repairs, using proper lifting tools.
- 7Explain repairs to clients to ensure satisfaction and trust in your work.
Requirements6
- 15+ years experience as a Diesel Mechanic or Heavy Equipment Technician in a fleet or dealership environment.
- 2Strong mechanical knowledge of diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
- 3Hands-on experience with automotive diagnostic tools and schematics for troubleshooting.
- 4Skilled in welding and soldering with power tools.
- 5Familiarity with operating excavators or cranes preferred.
- 6Ability to perform tire service, wheel alignments, brake repairs, and HVAC servicing.
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