Diesel Mechanic

Diesel MechanicBring your Diesel Mechanic experience to AAA Washington!We have an immediate opening for a mechanic to service and retrofit our line of tow trucks. Offering a flexible schedule with the ability to work five 8-hour shifts or four 10-hour shifts!Offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus with 50% paid at 30 days of employment and 50% paid at 90 days of employment!All mechanic tools provided! AAA Washington provides all Fleet Mechanics with the necessary tools to work in this role - no need to provide your own.WHAT YOU'LL DOIndependently assess needs for and performs maintenance and repairs on medium-duty diesel vehicles.Independently diagnose mechanical and other malfunctions of diesel vehicles and perform vehicle repairs including engine, hydraulics, transmissions, and electric systems.Design and execute upfitting to meet desired end state, including metal design, fabrication, electrical wiring, cameras, toolboxes, lights, wrap, etc. to a vehicle.Maintain records of vehicle maintenance and repairs, including input into fleet software programs.Oversee disposal of hazardous materials.Responsible for parts inventory, including ordering, tracking, and stocking.Independently identify maintenance and vehicle operational concerns and communicates solutions to fleet management.WHO YOU AREPossess a high school diploma or GEDHave 3+ years' experience performing automotive mechanical repairs and diagnostics with medium-duty diesel trucks, including hydraulics and electrical systemsAbility to be able to pass and maintain DOT physical requirements testHold a valid driver licenseTechnical or trade school certification preferredPrevious experience designing and fabricating/welding custom builds preferredPrevious experience with hydraulic and electric work on a fleet of heavy-duty vehicles preferredAbility to work in a physical environment typical of a standard mechanic shop space. It requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Frequently required to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials. May work around moving objects or vehicles and will need to be aware of surroundings for personal safety.BENEFITSHealth insurance (medical vision, prescription drug, and dental) Up to 22 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) in the first year for vacation or sick leave Eleven Paid Holidays every year in addition to PTO, including MLK and Juneteenth 401(k) with Employer Match Life Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Shift differential for nights and weekends4 Hours of Volunteer Time Off every year On-Demand Pay / Earned Wage AccessFree Premier RV AAA Washington Membership Travel, Insurance, and Membership Discounts Paid, on-going training throughout your career THRIVE wellness program Free parking Financial Literacy EducationSALARY RANGETarget hiring salary range is $31.10 to $39.57 and offer rate is based on relevant experience Opportunity for shift differential earnings of an additional 12% - 20% for working outside normal business hoursOpportunity for an annual companywide discretionary incentive based on company performance WHO WE AREThe American Automobile Association (AAA) has been a leader in roadside assistance, mobility advocacy and traffic safety for nearly 120 years, AAA Washington also operates a full-service travel agency and the largest independent personal-lines insurance agency in Washington. RANKED AS ONE OF WASHINGTON'S 2023 BEST PLACES TO WORK by Puget Sound Business Journal AAA Washington is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and inclusive staff. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States; however, we do not sponsor visas. We do not provide relocation assistance. The expectation for this position is that the employee lives within our Washington/Idaho service area. AAA Washington is a drug-free workplace. This position is deemed to be a safety-sensitive position. #1priority #fleetmechanic #dieselmechanic #automechanic