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Jul 18, 2023

Diesel Mechanic

JOB DUTIES: Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul buses and trucks, or maintain and repair any type of diesel engines. Includes mechanics working primarily with automobile or marine diesel engines.

JOB DUTIES: Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul buses and trucks, or maintain and repair any type of diesel engines. Includes mechanics working primarily with automobile or marine diesel engines. Use hand tools, such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, or precision instruments, as well as power tools, such as pneumatic wrenches, lathes, welding equipment, or jacks and hoists. Test drive trucks and buses to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly. Adjust and reline brakes, align wheels, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment. Adjust or repair computer-controlled exhaust emissions devices. Attach test instruments to equipment and read dials and gauges to diagnose malfunctions. Align front ends and suspension systems. Diagnose and repair vehicle heating and cooling systems. Disassemble and overhaul internal combustion engines, pumps, generators, transmissions, clutches, and differential units. Examine and adjust protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices. Follow green operational practices involving conservation of water or energy or reduction of solid waste. Inspect, repair, and maintain automotive and mechanical equipment and machinery, Such as pumps and compressors. Inspect and verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to factory specifications. Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts, or pressure gauges. Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition. Install or repair accessories. Maintain or repair vehicles with alternative fuel systems, including biodiesel, hybrid, or compressed natural gas vehicles. Operate valve-grinding machines to grind and reset valves. Measure vehicle emissions to determine whether they are within acceptable limits. Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery. Raise trucks, buses, and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists. Rebuild gas or diesel engines. Recondition and replace parts, pistons, bearings, gears, and valves. Repair or adjust seats, doors, or windows. Rewire ignition systems, lights, and instrument panels. Specialize in repairing and maintaining parts of the engine, such as fuel injection systems.

QUALIFICATIONS: Certificate or Diploma beyond High School Desired

Work Site County/ies: Lincoln

RATE OF PAY: $25.00 Per Hour to $32.00 Per Hour

HOURS: Full-Time, 40 to 60 Hours Per Week

CONTACT: RHINELANDER JOB SERVICE

51A N BROWN STREET

RHINELANDER, WI 54501

(715) 365-1500

Currently in Rhinelander

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