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Auto and Diesel Mechanic

Capital City Auto And Diesel Repair
Baton Rouge, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/16/2027

Overview

Join our dynamic team as an Auto and Diesel Mechanic, where your expertise will keep heavy machinery, trucks, and automotive systems running smoothly and efficiently. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with a wide variety of equipment, including farm machinery, industrial equipment, heavy trucks, and construction vehicles. We value energetic professionals who are passionate about vehicle maintenance and repair, thrive in hands-on environments, and are eager to contribute to a well-organized, safety-focused workplace. As part of our team, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the reliability and safety of our fleet and machinery.

Duties

  • Perform comprehensive diagnostics and repairs on a diverse range of vehicles and heavy equipment, including diesel engines, transmissions, suspensions, brakes, hydraulics, electrical systems, and HVAC systems.
  • Conduct routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes, tire rotations, alignment checks, and fluid replacements to maximize vehicle lifespan and performance.
  • Utilize schematics and technical manuals to troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues accurately.
  • Operate heavy equipment such forklifts, and tractor-trailers safely and efficiently during repairs or testing procedures.
  • Fabricate parts or components as needed using welding and fabrication tools to ensure proper fitment and function.
  • Maintain detailed service records for all repairs performed; adhere to safety protocols during all maintenance activities.
  • Assist in the assembly, disassembly, and overhaul of machinery or vehicle components requiring specialized mechanical knowledge or heavy lifting.

Skills

  • Prefer certified mechanics but willing to train
  • Proven dealership experience or extensive mechanic experience with automotive repair shops specializing in trucks or heavy equipment.
  • Strong mechanical knowledge across various systems including transmissions, hydraulics, suspension, brakes (including air brake systems), electrical systems, and HVAC.
  • Skilled in automotive diagnostics using modern scan tools; capable of troubleshooting complex vehicle system issues efficiently.
  • Proficient with hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and fabrication techniques necessary for equipment repair or customization.
  • Experience operating heavy machinery such as forklifts, and other industrial equipment safely under industry standards.
  • Knowledge of industrial equipment maintenance; ability to perform heavy lifting safely is essential.

We’re looking for motivated individuals who are eager to keep our vehicles / fleet in top condition while maintaining a safe work environment. If you have the skills listed above and a passion for mechanical work across diverse vehicles and machinery types — or WILLING TO LEARN this is your chance to thrive with us!

Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40,000 - $50,000

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