Diesel Engine Mechanic

Diesel Engine Mechanic – Direct Hire

Pay: $20.00-$40.00+/hour (Based on Experience)

Schedule: Full-Time, 40-50 Hours Per Week, Overtime Available

Location: New Iberia, LA

Put your diesel mechanic skills to work with a leading industrial service team. This position is ideal for experienced technicians who enjoy diagnosing complex engine issues, performing major overhauls, and repairing a variety of diesel-powered equipment, including generators, pumps, forklifts, and air compressors.

Job Duties

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair diesel engines and industrial equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance, engine repairs, and major overhauls.
• Disassemble, inspect, rebuild, and reassemble engine components according to manufacturer specifications.
• Troubleshoot fuel, cooling, lubrication, intake, exhaust, starting, charging, and electrical systems.
• Repair and replace pistons, cylinder heads, bearings, gaskets, seals, hoses, belts, starters, alternators, radiators, and related components.
• Inspect and service generators, pumps, forklifts, air compressors, and other diesel-powered equipment.
• Perform operational testing and document all repairs, inspections, and maintenance activities.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Technical or vocational training in diesel mechanics, industrial maintenance, heavy equipment repair, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent hands-on diesel repair experience considered in lieu of formal education.
• Diesel mechanic certifications are a plus.

Experience Requirements

• Previous diesel engine repair and troubleshooting experience required.
• Strong knowledge of fuel, cooling, lubrication, intake, exhaust, charging, and electrical systems.
• Experience with engine disassembly, rebuilding, and reassembly.
• Ability to read service manuals, schematics, and manufacturer specifications.
• Experience with Caterpillar, Cummins, Detroit Diesel, Perkins, or similar diesel engines preferred.
• Previous experience with industrial equipment, generators, pumps, compressors, forklifts, or field service repairs is a plus.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and reach throughout the workday.
• Lift and carry tools, parts, and equipment as required.
• Work around heavy machinery, diesel engines, and industrial equipment safely.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying conditions.
• Must wear required PPE, including safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and safety footwear.
• Comfortable working in confined spaces and around moving mechanical equipment.
• Assist with field service calls and maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

Benefits vary by client and are confirmed at the time of offer. Examples may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off (PTO)