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Diesel Mechanic

Job Description

Ready to rev up your career? We're looking for a skilled Diesel Mechanic to join our team in Richmond, VA, for a direct-hire position! You'll work a consistent Monday to Friday schedule from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, with occasional overnight shifts and weekends required, all while earning a pay of $28-$32/hour. If you're a talented mechanic looking for a great opportunity, we want to hear from you! For more details or to apply, contact our RPS Recruiter, Sam at sangilecchia@staffmanagement.com.


Perks & Benefits

  • Casual Dress Code
  • Weekly paychecks
  • Direct Deposit or Cash Card pay options
  • Medical / Dental Insurance


Employment Type & Shifts

  • Full Time
  • Direct Hire
  • 1st Shift


Job Responsibilities

  • This is position requires repairing heavy equipment forklift, loader, excavator, cranes, dozers, grapples.
  • A typical work schedule is Mon-Fri from day shift, from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Some occasional overnight shifts and weekends are also required.
  • Rebuild major components (engine, transmission, pumps, cylinders, motors and electrical systems) to manufacturers specifications
  • Determine causes of failure and implement strategies or corrective measures to ensure repeated failures do not occur
  • Use torches, presses, pullers, winches, jacks, lifts and other mechanical devices properly and within capacities
  • Use tools properly and understands which tools are required for each repair
  • Cleaning of radiators and filter housings with compressed air (compression operation)
  • Operate vehicles and mobile equipment including fuel trucks, lube trucks, forklifts, pumps, light towers, electrical tools and hoists
  • Complete minor paperwork including inspections, oil sample analysis and reports as needed


Job Qualifications:

  • Prior mechanic experience repairing heavy equipment loader, excavator, cranes, dozers, grapples.
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • Proficient knowledge of and application of diagnostic tools including multimeters, computers, gauges, probes, scopes, calipers, and other measurement and diagnostic tools required for the repair and maintenance of mobile equipment
  • Ability to communicate issues and concerns about equipment to supervision and outside dealers or technicians when required
  • Physical ability to perform heavy labor
  • Strong safety values
  • Strong mechanical aptitude


Associate Requirements

  • HS Diploma or GED
  • Background Check
  • Drug Test
  • Must be at least 18 years old


The hourly rate for this position is anticipated between $28.00 - $32.00 per hour. This range is a good-faith estimate, based on the shift you work and other considerations permitted by law. An employee's pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law. In addition to monetary compensation, we offer medical, dental, vision, life, and more. More details about benefits can be found at https://flimp.live/trueblueassociates#home.


Staff Management | SMX is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , status, , , gender identification, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable law. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require -related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact your Recruiter or Employee Relations at HR-Advice@trueblue.com or 1-800-610-8920. TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands will consult with all applicants who request -related accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant's individual accessibility needs.

Diesel Mechanic

Richmond, VA
Full time

Published on 08/23/2025

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