Diesel Mechanic

Waste Connections
  • Lafayette, Louisiana
    24 days ago

    Job Description

    ️ Diesel Mechanic – Rayne, Louisiana

    Job Type: Full-Time
    Pay: $24–$27/hour (based on experience)
    Overtime: Time-and-a-half after 40 hours, that’s $36 - $40.50/hour
    Schedule:

    • Monday–Friday, 1:30 p.m. – Midnight

    • Every 3rd Saturday, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

    • 50–60 hours/week

    What You’ll Be Doing

    You’ll keep our fleet of garbage trucks running strong by:

    • Handling repairs, inspections, and safety checks

    • Diagnosing and fixing electrical, hydraulic, brake, suspension, and air systems

    • Using vehicle computer systems to troubleshoot and adjust engine controls

    • Reviewing and completing driver inspection reports

    • Logging work in fleet maintenance software

    • Test-driving trucks after service

    • Pitching in with teammates and keeping the shop clean

    • Interacting professionally with drivers

    • Taking on other duties as assigned

    What You Bring

    • 3+ years of diesel or heavy truck maintenance experience

    • Proficiency with diagnostic tools and repair techniques

    • Basic tool set (we help with a monthly allowance)

    • Hydraulic experience is a plus

    • ASE certification is a plus

    • Class A or B CDL is a plus

    What You Get

    • $200/month tool allowance

    • Annual boot stipend

    • Medical, dental & vision coverage

    • 401(k) with up to 5% company match

    For a glimpse into the day-to-day responsibilities of a Waste Connections Mechanic, check out this video: A Day in the Life of a Waste Connections Mechanic

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    Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationLafayette, Louisiana

    Skills

    • ASEunmatched
    • Class A Licenseunmatched
    • Computer Systemsunmatched
    • Diesel Engineunmatched
    • Heavy Equipment/Vehiclesunmatched
    • Hydraulic Engineeringunmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Maintenance - Electricalunmatched
    • Maintenance Softwareunmatched
    • Truck Driverunmatched
    • Vehicle Fleetsunmatched

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