Mechanic, Trades / Skilled Labor
Listed on 2026-06-02
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic
We are seeking a skilled and dependable Mechanic to join our fleet team supporting government‑owned vehicles and heavy equipment operations. This position is responsible for performing preventative maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, and inspections to ensure vehicles and equipment remain safe, reliable, and operational. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience working with fleet vehicles, diesel engines, heavy equipment, hydraulic systems, brakes, suspension components, and preventative maintenance programs.
Location:
Valley Center, CA
Pay Rate: $34/hr (No Commercial Driver’s License) / $38/hr (With a Commercial Driver’s License, Class
A)
Hours:
Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Summer
Hours:
Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Minimum 3 years of mechanic experience, including fleet vehicle preventative maintenance; heavy equipment experience preferred
- Experience with diagnostic tools such as Snap‑on or equivalent, along with shop equipment and power tools
- Familiarity with General Motors, CAT, Peterbilt, and John Deere equipment is a plus
- Strong troubleshooting, mechanical diagnostic, and problem‑solving abilities
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and maintain strong attention to detail and safety standards
- Basic computer proficiency including Microsoft Office and electronic work order systems
- Valid California Driver’s License with a clean driving record required; ability to obtain a California Class A License within one year of employment
- ASE certifications or completion of an automotive mechanic program preferred
- Must be able to stand, bend, lift, climb, and work in outdoor and shop environments, including lifting up to 50–75 lbs and working around machinery, tools, noise, and varying weather conditions
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.
We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal history, consistent with applicable Fair Chance laws.
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