Shop Mechanic - Diesel
$83,200–$93,600 year
On-site · Schenectady, New York, United States
Job Summary
Shop Mechanic - Diesel at E-J Electric T&D LLC in Schenectady, NY. Diagnose, repair, and maintain diesel trucks (Freightliner, Kenworth, International, Ford, Ram) and construction equipment (Cat, Volvo, Takeuchi, Vermeer); perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot engine, hydraulic, electrical systems, and aftertreatment (DPF/SCR/DEF); weld/fabricate as needed; document DOT inspections and maintain service records; manage parts sourcing and adhere to safety protocols. Requires experience with heavy-duty vehicles/equipment, strong diagnostic skills, reading manuals/diagrams, CDL and DOT medical card, and ability to lift up to 75 lbs. Typical schedule is 40 hours with potential overtime, night/weekend availability; competitive compensation and benefits. The role reports to the Fleet Manager and is located in Schenectady, NY.
Required Qualifications
- Experience working on heavy-duty trucks and/or construction equipment
- Strong troubleshooting skills across diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems
- Experience with aftertreatment systems (DPF/SCR/DEF) and regeneration/diagnostics
- Ability to read service manuals, wiring diagrams, and hydraulic schematics
- Proficiency with common shop tools and diagnostic equipment
- Valid driver’s license and have, or be able to obtain a DOT medical card, CDL
- Schedule: Typically, 40 hours a week during normal business hours
- Occasional night/weekend availability
- Welding/fabricate as needed to support repairs
- Maintain accurate service records, parts usage, and work orders
- Identify, locate, and place orders for needed parts following the company's purchasing guidelines
- Follow company safety procedures and keep a clean, organized work area
- Willingness to lift up to 75 lbs.
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