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Diesel Mechanic

Leon Farmer and Company
Athens, GA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/17/2026
Job Summary:

Come and work with a company with a great culture!!!

The Diesel Mechanic will perform PM maintenance and repairs on the company’s fleet of cars, trucks, and trailers.

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Perform PM maintenance on company’s fleet of vehicles.
  • Operate diagnostic equipment. (Cummins Insite, Cat ET, Allison Transmission)
  • Ensure all safety standards and regulations are followed in the facility.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned
  • 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm, (could be some emergency time before 8am or after 5pm).


Requirements:

  • 2 to 4 years of experience required.
  • Excellent diagnostic and mechanical problem-solving skills.
  • Having own basic hand tools, specialty tools are supplied by company.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Air brake knowledge a plus.
  • Knowledge of gasoline and diesel engine repairs, air brakes repairs and trailer repairs.
  • Ability to mount and dismount tires. (passenger cars and trucks)
  • Ability to visually diagnose mechanical and non-mechanical issues.
  • Ability to read service and repair manuals.
  • Ability to use hand and power tools
  • Ability to use diagnostic equipment. (Cummins Insite, Cat Et, Allison Transmission)
  • Must be able to obtain an alcohol permit
  • Must have a valid drivers license and clean MVR


Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to physically perform repairs
  • Up to 50lbs lifting requirements.
  • Must be able to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat to perform repairs.


Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (medical insurance free to the employee), HRA, Flexible Spending Account
  • LTD, Life Insurance, AD&D
  • 401(K) with Company Match
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holiday’s
  • Bereavement and Jury Duty Leave


Leon Farmer and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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