Experienced Diesel Mechanic

curtislumber· Support
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📍 Ballston Spa, NY, USFULL TIME💰 USD 30–36/yr

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Build Your Career with Curtis Lumber!

 

Founded in 1890, Curtis Lumber is a family owned and operated building materials retailer, one of 100 largest and fastest growing in the nation. Our employees enjoy competitive pay and excellent benefits coupled with ideal business hours allowing for a healthy work life balance. We recognize our employees hard work and dedication are the driving force of our success, and we continually look for ways to reward them.

 

$30-$36 per hour starting rate depending on experience! Annual performance-based raises.

 

Diesel Mechanic is responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining diesel-powered vehicles and machinery. Here are the key responsibilities and requirements for this role:

 

Responsibilities:

  • Diagnostic Testing: Run diagnostic tests on diesel engines and interpret the results to offer suitable solutions.
  • Preventative Maintenance and Repair: Repair or replace vehicle transmissions, brakes, engines, and other associated parts. Perform routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes, wheel balancing, alignment, and brake checks.
  • Communication: Communicate with branch leadership on vehicle diagnostics and expected completion time for vehicles and equipment.
  • Field Visits: Conduct field visits in situations of an emergency or sudden breakdown.
  • Test Driving: Test drive repaired vehicles to gauge their performance.
  • Record Keeping: Maintain records of parts inventory and serviced vehicles.
  • Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

This role is crucial for keeping company vehicles and machinery running smoothly and efficiently.

Requirements:

  • Experience: Four plus years of proven experience as a diesel mechanic or diesel service technician. Repair and service of heavy trucks, light trucks, automotive, small engine, and forklift.
  • Skills: Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills, familiarity with computerized diagnostic tools, and mechanical knowledge.
  • Mechanic Aptitude: Strong mechanical aptitude in mechanical and electric diagnostics; diesel, gas, LP, and electric engines; carburetors, starters, fuel systems; hydraulic/air brake systems.
  • Education: A high school diploma or equivalent; postsecondary training in diesel technology is preferred.
  • Physical Ability: Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting heavy items and working in various conditions.

Full time 40+ hours per week - Start time 6:30am

Discretionary profit share after one year of employment

Six paid holidays and PTO Immediately

 

At Curtis Lumber we embrace a culture of accountability and safety. Join us, and you’ll quickly see everything that sets us apart is also what brings us together.

 

If you are ready to Build your Career, apply now to connect with our Recruitment team today!

 

 

PERKS FOR OUR PEOPLE!

Comprehensive Benefit Package - Medical, Dental, Vision • Competitive Wages • 401k with Company Match  Ideal Retail Hours  Paid Holidays & PTO  Bereavement Pay  Profit Sharing  529 College Savings  Employee Assistance Program • Tuition Reimbursement • Boot Reimbursement • Employee Discount • Community Events • Employee Referral Program

 

Email us: employment@curtislumber.com

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https://www.curtislumber.com/employment/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Experienced Diesel Mechanic role at curtislumber?
The listed salary for this Experienced Diesel Mechanic position at curtislumber is USD 30–36/yr. This is an FULL TIME role.
Where is the Experienced Diesel Mechanic position at curtislumber located?
This Experienced Diesel Mechanic role at curtislumber is based in Ballston Spa, NY, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Experienced Diesel Mechanic role at curtislumber full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Experienced Diesel Mechanic role in the Support department at curtislumber.
Which team or department does the Experienced Diesel Mechanic at curtislumber belong to?
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This Experienced Diesel Mechanic position at curtislumber was posted on Jan 15, 2025. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Experienced Diesel Mechanic
curtislumber · 💰 USD 30–36/yr
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