Diesel Technician Level II

Overview

Join the Mahoney Environmental Solutions team in Joliet, IL as a Diesel Technician II. This role will timely and thoroughly complete daily tasks for equipment maintenance and repair. Compensation includes a $2,000 sign‑on bonus, paid in installments (first $500 after 90 days, second $500 after 180 days, $1,000 at one year). Starting hourly rate: $28‑30 (plus shift differential).

Schedule:

Sunday night through Friday morning, 9 pm to 5:30 am.

Assist Technician III employees in diagnosing, overhauling, adjusting, and repairing all series of truck and trailer equipment, and in removing and replacing major components such as:

• Engines (Gas and Diesel) – adjustment, removal, reinstallation, tune‑up as necessary.
• Transmissions (Manual & Automatic) – removal, reinstallation as necessary.
• Differentials/Power Dividers – removal, reinstallation as necessary.
• Starters/Alternators – removal, repair, replacement as necessary.
• Air Conditioning System – trained/certified, component replacement, evacuation, charging.
• Fan Clutches – removal, reinstallation as necessary.
• Power Steering Systems – adjustment, repair as necessary.
• Electrical/Brake/Colling Systems – removal, reinstallation, adjustment as necessary (Brake Certified).
• Clutches – removal, reinstallation as necessary.
• PTO Systems – removal and installation of PTO system and related hydraulic components as necessary.
• Tires – removal, installation, alignment of chassis.
• Engine Electronics (Gas and Diesel) – diagnosis, adjustment, repair as necessary.

• Work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Exposure to used cooking oil odors.

• Perform all levels of preventative maintenance service.
• Perform mechanical and general appearance.
• Recondition equipment for trade‑ins.
• Prepare new equipment for delivery.
• Identify and determine parts required for repair of disassembled units.
• Identify warrantable repairs and document appropriately.
• Maintain work area appearance and safety.
• Road test vehicles as necessary.
• Perform duties in a timely and efficient manner.
• All duties of lesser job classifications.
• Follow all safety rules and procedures.
• Fully participate and support all safety initiatives.
• Think safety and continuously scan the work environment; make suggestions for corrections and improvements.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Minimum of four years of practical experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Specialized training and/or experience in the replacement of major components.
• Proficiency in the use of all tools of the trade (welding, equipment, power tools, shop machinery).

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift, push or pull up to at least 100 lbs.
• Ability to perform the major functions, specific duties, and meet the experience listed above.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record that meets Mahoney Environmental acceptable standards.
• Valid CDL preferred with DOT certified medical card.
• Superb communication skills (written and verbal).
• Team player.
• Multitasker.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.