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Diesel Mechanic in Warwick

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Diesel Mechanic

Vehicle Maintenance Department
Full-Time | Day Shift | Monday–Friday | Weekends Off
 

Are you a hands-on Diesel Mechanic who takes pride in keeping essential vehicles and equipment operating safely and reliably? We are seeking a motivated and dependable Diesel Mechanic to join our Vehicle Maintenance team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse fleet while enjoying a stable weekday schedule and strong long-term career potential.

This position plays a key role in inspecting, maintaining, and repairing diesel trucks, generators, and motorized equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations.

 

Schedule

  • Monday – Friday
  • 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Weekends off (Saturday & Sunday)

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Inspect, maintain, and repair diesel trucks, generators, and motorized equipment
  • Perform basic welding and fabrication tasks
  • Adjust, repair, and maintain truck bodies, lifts, and related equipment
  • Respond to urgent or emergency repair needs both onsite and in the field
  • Operate trucks for snow removal, including plowing and sanding, when required
  • Create and manage work orders, including tracking parts, repairs, and completion status
  • Review invoices and verify the accuracy of external repair work
  • Coordinate maintenance schedules with internal teams and outside vendors
  • Perform inventory tracking and assist with parts management
  • Inspect and repair emergency generators
  • Learn maintenance requirements for new vehicles and equipment
  • Perform other related maintenance duties as assigned

 

Qualifications

Education & Experience

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Completion of vocational or trade school training in diesel repair is
  • Experience as a diesel mechanic in one or more of the following environments:
    • Fleet maintenance
    • Construction equipment repair
    • Trucking or transportation operations
    • Equipment repair services
  • Equivalent combination of education and hands-on experience will be considered
  • Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office

 

Skills & Abilities

  • Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong attention to detail and safety standards
  • Ability to respond to emergency repair situations
  • Organized and capable of maintaining accurate maintenance records

 

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
  • Frequent bending, climbing, kneeling, and working with tools
  • Ability to work in shop and outdoor environments
  • Manual dexterity and good hand-eye coordination required

 

Work Environment

  • Exposure to mechanical equipment, moving parts, and shop tools
  • Work performed indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
  • Exposure to noise, vibration, fumes, and mechanical hazards
  • Safety equipment and procedures are provided and required

 

Why This Role Is Attractive

  • Stable full-time schedule with weekends off
  • Competitive starting salary
  • Diverse and interesting fleet to maintain
  • Opportunity for skill development and career advancement
  • Team-oriented and professional work environment

 

Apply Today

If you are a reliable Diesel Mechanic looking for a stable, long-term opportunity with consistent hours and meaningful work, we encourage you to apply.

 

Company DescriptionYour Complete Satisfaction is Our Number One Goal
Since 1978, we have specialized in supplying temporary and direct hire staffing to Rhode Island corporations of all types - including banks, hospitals, manufacturing firms, colleges, professional and legal firms, and governmental agencies.Company DescriptionYour Complete Satisfaction is Our Number One Goal\r\nSince 1978, we have specialized in supplying temporary and direct hire staffing to Rhode Island corporations of all types - including banks, hospitals, manufacturing firms, colleges, professional and legal firms, and governmental agencies.

Diesel Mechanic in Warwick

Warwick, RI
Full time

Published on 05/09/2026

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