Diesel Mechanic / Full-Time – Division of Mechanical Services

Under direction, performs varied tasks involved in the maintenance and repair of diesel engines in motor vehicles and/or automotive construction equipment; does other related duties as required.

Job responsibilities:

Duties may include but are not limited to:

  • Repairs and maintains diesel engines using hand tools, precision measuring instruments, and machines common to the trade
  • Diagnose trouble, disassembles engines, and examines parts for defects and excessive wear
  • Reconditions and replaces parts such as pistons, bearings, gears, valves, and bushings and using engine lathe, boring machines, hand tools, and precision measuring instruments
  • May weld and cut parts using arc welding and flame cutting equipment
  • May repair and maintain gasoline engines
  • May perform a variety of mechanical task involved in the repair and maintenance of motor vehicles and/or construction equipment
  • May test drive motor vehicles and/or construction equipment on public streets

Requirements:

  • Knowledge of :
    • Diesel motors and equipment and their operation
    • Causes for motor failure, and the steps necessary to correct the condition
    • Air brakes and air conditioning
    • Steering and suspension
    • Trouble shooting fuel systems
  • Successful completion of one (1) year of training in diesel engine repair at an accredited community college of vocational school
  • Two (2) years of experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of diesel engines
  • Applicants who do not possess the required year of formal training may substitute one (1) additional year of experience
  • Possession of a certificate as a diesel mechanic issued by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence may be substituted for one (1) years of formal training
  • Possess a valid New Jersey driver’s license
  • Appointees may be required to possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and applicable endorsements for the class and type of vehicles they operate

Please send employment application to resume@bergencountynj.gov

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).