Diesel Mechanic

Waste Connections, Inc. is Hiring a Diesel Mechanic!

We have an immediate opening for a high-energy Diesel Mechanic to join our team at the Opa Locka, FL facility. Previous waste experience is a huge plus!

This position is night shift, from 2 PM - 12 AM, Monday to Friday, with every other Saturday.

Pay: $30+/hr DOE

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform repairs and assigned preventative maintenance services.
• Conduct inspections, diagnosis, and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems on vehicles and equipment.
• Utilize vehicle computer electronic systems to interpret failure modes and initiate or assign repairs.
• Complete required paperwork using fleet maintenance software programs to document repairs, parts usage, and repair times.
• Review, complete, or assign repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
• Conduct safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
• Perform service calls for emergency breakdowns.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Extensive physical activity, including strenuous physical work such as heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling objects over 50 pounds.
• Sometimes necessary to work in awkward or tight positions and handle greasy or dirty tools. Basic safety precautions must always be followed.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bilingual in English and Spanish is required.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Must provide your own personal tools.
• Computer experience is required for using fleet maintenance software.
• Experience with DPF Regeneration systems on CUMMINS and MACK trucks is a plus.
• Welding experience required.

WHAT WE PROVIDE:

• PPE, toolboxes, rain gear, etc. provided to new employees.
• Stay-on bonus: Earn a $5,000 stay-on bonus.
• Quarterly allowances for tools ($300).
• Continuous training: Vendors provide training sessions to ensure you're up-to-date with industry standards.
• Safety bonus program: Earn up to an additional $1,700 annually for meeting safety goals.
• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, long-term disability, life insurance, and 401(k) retirement plans.

HOW TO APPLY: Please apply online at www.careers.wasteconnections.com .

Waste Connections is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veterans).