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State Tractor & Equipment
Diesel Mechanic (All Levels)
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What they do
A Diesel Mechanic repairs and rebuilds diesel engines for vehicles like trucks, ships, tractors, and buses.
$56,856 / year median in Kansas
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Diesel Mechanic (All Levels) State Tractor & Equipment - 4.0 Kansas City, KS Job Details Full-time $20 - $40 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Outdoor work experience Heavy equipment operation Diesel mechanics High school diploma or GED Driver's License OEM Full Job Description Diesel Mechanic (All Experience Levels) State Tractor & Equipment Co. |
Kansas City, KS Pay:
Up to $40.00/hr ($20.00-$40.00/hr by level)- Weekly pay |
Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM Diesel, heavy equipment, ag machinery, hy-rail trucks, and Class 8 tractors — if it's got a diesel engine, you'll work on it. We hire at every level, from one year in the field to ten years deep.We do require:
at least one year of hands-on experience working in the field. Weekly pay, full medical/dental/vision/life insurance, a Company Retirement Plan with company match, PTO, and holiday pay. What you'll do: Diagnose, maintain, and repair heavy construction and ag equipment, hy-rail trucks, and Class 8 trucks. Day-to-day work covers preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and everything from basic repairs to advanced diagnostics, depending on your level. How the levels work Level 1 — Entry. $20-25/hr. At least 1 year of hands-on field experience operating or doing basic repairs on medium/heavy-duty equipment (trade school does not count toward this requirement). No tools required. HS diploma or GED, reliable transportation, able to pass a background check and drug screen, lift test. Level 2 — Skilled. $25-35/hr. Everything in Level 1, plus 1-2 years more experience, a valid driver's license, a basic tool set, and comfort with diagnostic software and A/C system repair. Level 3 — Senior. $35-40/hr. Everything in Levels 1-2, plus 3-5 years working independently, a full tool set, hydraulic/electrical schematic reading, welding, and direct OEM technical contact.Full benefits:
Weekly pay with overtime- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- Life insurance available
- Company Retirement Plan with company match
- Paid holidays & PTO Physical requirements: Lift/carry up to 75 lbs
- Stand, kneel, crouch, climb, and work in confined spaces for extended periods
- Comfortable outdoors in all weather
- Safe around heavy moving equipment