Heavy Diesel Fleet Mechanic

Waste Connections
  • Meridian, ID
  • $28 Per Hour
6 days ago

Job Description

Hardin Sanitation, a trusted Waste Connections company, is looking for a skilled and motivated Diesel Mechanic to keep our fleet running strong. If you're a hands-on problem-solver who takes pride in quality work and wants a stable, long-term opportunity in Meridian,ID , we want to hear from you!


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Schedule: Monday – Friday | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Occasional Overtime & Saturdays


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Competitive Compensation:


Starting pay at $28+/hr (DOE) with regular increases


+ Annual Safety Bonus $$

+ Monthly Tool Allowance $$

+ Generous Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays

+ Customizable Benefits Package : Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Wellness Programs, and more

+ 401(k) with Company Match

+ Company-Paid Life Insurance

+ Career Growth : We promote from within—mechanics can grow into lead, supervisor, or shop manager roles


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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:


+ Inspects and repairs vehicles withdiesel engines

+ Handles routine repairs, including oil and tire changes along with minor and major repairs from A/C,hydraulics, electrical,welding,engine replacement, transmissions, etc.

+ Interprets diagnostic test results accurately

+ Writes detailed inspection reports and repair plans in our system

+ Collaborates with other dieselmechanics

+ Completes test drives to make sure the vehicle runs correctly

+ Uses power, machine, and hand tools safely

+ Communicate with drivers for issues in morning and afternoon

+ Reviews, completes or assigns repairs identified on DriverVehicle InspectionReports

+ Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate andOSHAstandards

+ Follows all Waste Connections repair shop regulations and standards


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REQUIREMENTS:


+ Valid Driver’s License with a Clean Driving Record (Required)

+ Experience in heavy truck equipment maintenance and repair

+ Providepersonal tools.

+ Class B CDL OR the ability to obtain one within 90 days of employment if required.

+ Proficiency in vehicle and equipment diagnosis and repair.

+ Ability to read and comprehend service and technical information in English.


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WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:


+ Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.

+ Back, leg, arm and shoulder strength required to safely climb in, on and around vehicles to inspect and repair.

+ Ability to work in awkward, tight, or restricted spaces for extended periods of time; Requires the ability to sit, bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, crawl, and be able to get up and down from a supine position.

+ Work environment involves some exposure to physical risks such as moving mechanical parts which require following basic safety precautions.

+ The employee is exposed to outside weather, including frequent wet and/or humid conditions, as well as exposure to fumes and vibration. Noise level is usually moderate.


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CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:


Candidates for employment must meet position requirements and successfully pass post offer employment examinations including:


• Background Check


• MVR Check (Clean driving record)


• Drug screen


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*If applying through Indeed or other 3rd party website;


To be considered for any of our current openingsyou must complete an application directly through our website:www.wasteconnections.com**


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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.


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Numbers & Facts

LocationMeridian, ID

Skills

  • Automotive Repair and Maintenanceunmatched
  • Background Investigationunmatched
  • Corporate Complianceunmatched
  • Diesel Engineunmatched
  • Driver's Licenseunmatched
  • English Languageunmatched
  • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
  • Hand Toolsunmatched
  • Heavy Equipment/Vehiclesunmatched
  • Heavy Liftingunmatched
  • Hydraulic Engineeringunmatched
  • Life Insuranceunmatched
  • Machine Toolunmatched
  • Maintenance - Electricalunmatched
  • Maintenance Servicesunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Regulationsunmatched
  • Reporting Skillsunmatched
  • Retail Managementunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Sanitationunmatched
  • Testingunmatched
  • Tire Repairunmatched
  • Vehicle Fleetsunmatched
  • Weldingunmatched

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