Journeyman Diesel Mechanic (Frederickson, WA)

Pierce County Refuse Lemay is seeking a reliable, safety-focused Diesel Mechanic in Frederickson, WA, to support our heavy-duty truck and trailer maintenance teams. This position offers a competitive hourly rate, CDL premium, and swing shift differential.

As part of Waste Connections, the 3rd largest solid waste services company in North America, this role offers long-term job stability in an essential, recession-resistant industry. Waste and environmental services are critical to daily operations in every community, providing dependable, year-round career opportunities.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $37.00 - $41.00/hour (DOE)
• CDL Premium: Additional $1.00/hour for Class A or B CDL holders
• Shift Differential: +$1.50/hour for swing shift

Benefits Include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off, paid sick leave, and holidays
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Overtime pay, tool allowance, and employee recognition programs

Schedule and Overtime

• Monday - Friday, 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM
• Average 8-10 hours of overtime per week paid at 1.5x
• Swing shift differential applies

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on diesel trucks and trailers
• Diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems
• Use diagnostic tools and software such as Cummins Insite, Davie-4, and Allison DOC
• Perform DOT and OSHA safety inspections
• Complete MIG welding and basic fabrication as needed
• Test drive vehicles to verify repairs
• Accurately document work in maintenance systems
• Review and address Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs)
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop
• Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of heavy-duty diesel mechanic experience
• Experience with diagnostics and repair of fleet equipment
• Valid Driver's License; CDL preferred or ability to obtain within 90 days
• Welding experience preferred
• Knowledge of DOT and OSHA standards
• Ability to work independently and on a team
• Must have own basic tools
• Minimum 3 years of heavy-duty diesel mechanic experience
• Experience with diagnostics and repair of fleet equipment
• Valid Driver's License; CDL preferred or ability to obtain within 90 days
• Welding experience preferred
• Knowledge of DOT and OSHA standards
• Ability to work independently and on a team
• Must have own basic tools

SAFETY SENSITIVE: YES

To be considered for any of our current openings, you must complete an application at www.careers.wasteconnections.com. Once you select your position of interest, you will find application information and additional instructions.

We offer excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, long-term and short-term disability insurance, life insurance, a 401 (k) retirement plan, and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future."

A link to our benefits overview can be found here:https://careers.wasteconnections.com/us/en/benefits

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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