Job Title: Diesel MechanicType of Position: Direct PlacementPay: $30/hr. - $43/hr.Location: Sterling, VA (Dulles International Airport)Shift: Must be open to a weekend day and 1st or 2nd shift (Must be flexible based on need of the shop, preference will be taken into consideration.)Job Description
Join our team at Dulles International Airport, where you will be responsible for servicing catering trucks. This role involves preventative maintenance, repair, and diagnostics on medium-duty trucks, with a focus on diesel engines.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventative maintenance on medium-duty trucks.
- Diagnose and repair diesel engines.
- Repair air brake systems.
- Read and interpret schematics.
- Work on and understand hydraulic systems.
- Diagnose and resolve electrical issues in trucks.
- Conduct wiring diagnostics.
- Address check engine lights and drivability issues.
Essential Skills
- Minimum 4+ years of diesel experience.
- Experience in repair and troubleshooting.
- Proficiency in preventive maintenance.
- Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics.
- Proficiency in diesel engine diagnostics.
- Electrical experience.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Valid drivers license.
- Ability to obtain an airport SIDA badge. (Lifetime background)
- Flexibility to work various shifts.
Why Work Here?
Be part of a leading European provider of integrated solutions for Ground Support Equipment in aviation. Enjoy working in a company that values its employees and offers opportunities for development and growth. Benefit from a competitive hourly salary based on experience, comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, a 401k plan after 30 days, increasing PTO, paid sickness leave, and the provision of all PPE.
Work Environment
Work in a dynamic environment at Dulles International Airport, using tablets to receive and complete tasks such as preventative maintenance, engine diagnostics, and brake repairs. Most work is performed off the ramp, focusing on diesel and some gas engine trucks. Shift hours range from 6 AM-2:30 PM or 2 PM-10:30 PM.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Sterling, VA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $89440.00/yr.
medical, dental, vision, 401k
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Sterling,VA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 6, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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