**Job Title: Diesel Mechanic** **Job Description** Seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Mechanic to lead a team and oversee maintenance and repairs around the shop. This role requires strong mechanical expertise and leadership skills. Someone with multiple years working on diesel vehicles and/or cars is the ideal candidate. Starting pay will be between $25 - $32 depending on industry experience. **Responsibilities** + Lead and manage a team of mechanics in the workshop. + Oversee maintenance and repairs of heavy equipment. + Conduct troubleshooting and diagnostics on mechanical issues. + Perform preventive maintenance to ensure equipment reliability. + Utilize expertise in hydraulics and diesel engines for effective repairs. + Maintain a safe and efficient working environment. **Essential Skills** + Expertise in heavy equipment mechanics. + Strong mechanical skills with a focus on diesel engines. + Ability to perform repairs and troubleshooting. + Knowledge of hydraulics and preventive maintenance. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience working with heavy equipment is preferred. + General engine knowledge is beneficial. **Why Work Here?** This is a small, family-owned business that promotes a close-knit culture. Employees can enjoy full benefits and stable, year-round work. **Work Environment** The workshop is attached to the headquarters and is located indoors, providing a comfortable working environment. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Gorham, Maine. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Gorham,ME. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jun 27, 2025. **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.