Diesel Mechanic

Carlsbad, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Diesel Mechanic

Location: Carlsbad NM
Employment Type: Full-Time Direct Hire

About the Job

Our Client is hiring a Diesel Mechanic in Carlsbad NM. This role is responsible for repairing and maintaining a wide range of heavy equipment and ensuring reliable safe operation. The mechanic will work closely with equipment operators to ensure reported issues are addressed in a timely and effective manner.

Job Duties

Repair and maintain heavy equipment including but not limited to: dump trucks dozers front-end loaders lowboy trailers haul trucks and light vehicles
Monitor and ensure reliability of equipment such as belt conveyors pumps screw conveyors product elevators and product screens
Operate plant equipment including skid steers bulldozers and front-end loaders
Perform pre-shift inspections preventive maintenance and equipment clean-up
Adjust process equipment and determine when to start or stop equipment for operational adjustments
Maintain housekeeping standards in the work environment
Identify report and address safety hazards
Complete regular inspections and maintain accurate equipment records and files
Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Valid drivers license
2 years of experience in heavy equipment maintenance (CAT SIS Cummins experience preferred)
DOT inspection experience required
Ability to provide own metric tools
Availability to work a rotating on-call schedule supporting a 24/7 operation

Opportunities & Benefits

Medical plans with prescription drug coverage
Dental and vision insurance
401(k) with immediate vesting and generous employer match
Work-life balance with family-friendly schedules
Career growth opportunities through internal development programs
PPE uniform shirts and boot vouchers provided

Schedule & Work Environment

9/80 schedule: Monday Thursday (9-hour days) Friday (8-hour day) with every other Friday off
Rotating on-call schedule as part of a 24/7 maintenance support team
Outdoor work in non-temperature-controlled environments subject to weather conditions
Exposure to loud noise levels; PPE required at all times

Physical Requirements

Standing walking sitting visual inspections precise hand and finger movements
Twisting stooping crouching kneeling reaching and grasping
Ability to lift push and pull up to 50 lbs
Ability to climb stairs and ladders work at heights and perceive color differences
Ability to perform strenuous physical activity while wearing PPE

A pre-placement physical and hair follicle drug test are required. Employment is contingent upon cleared results.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Our Client is proud to be an EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V and maintains a drug-free workplace with pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Diesel Mechanic Location: Carlsbad NM Employment Type: Full-Time Direct Hire About the Job Our Client is hiring a Diesel Mechanic in Carlsbad NM. This role is responsible for repairing and maintaining a wide range of heavy equipment and ensuring reliable safe operation. The mechanic will work close...