Diesel Mechanic

GFL Industries; Harrison (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

GFL Industries in Harrison, MI is seeking a diesel mechanic to safely operate, repair, rebuild and maintain company-owned or leased heavy-duty trucks and equipment. The role requires diagnosing issues, planning repairs, and ensuring safety compliance across all tasks.

Responsibilities include completing work orders, procuring parts, coordinating with teams, and maintaining accurate records. A GED/HS diploma is required with training toward a technical diploma preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to read and understand repair manuals written in English.
• Must be able to operate vehicles/equipment and maintain physical stamina.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair heavy duty diesel trucks and equipment.
• Maintain and repair diesel, CNG, gas and electrically operated equipment.
• Complete reports, work orders, and order parts as required daily.
• Plan and schedule repairs and procure parts for the plan.
• Assist in review of mechanical write-ups and coordinate repair schedules.
• Ensure safe working conditions and compliance with safety regulations.
• Use a variety of power and hand tools; maintain tools.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area and uphold company policies.

Skills

Communication

Follow instructions

Read repair manuals

Operate vehicles

Physical fitness

Education

HS diploma/GED

Technical diploma desirable

Tools

Diagnostic software

Job description

Safely operate, repair, rebuild and perform maintenance on Company owned or leased heavy duty diesel trucks and equipment including rolling stock to ensure its ability to operate safely

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and repair operational difficulties with heavy duty diesel trucks and equipment.
• Maintain and repair heavy diesel, CNG, gas and electrically operated equipment and vehicles.
• Complete reports, work orders, order parts and perform other administrative duties as required daily.
• Plan and schedule repairs in M5 planner and procure all parts for successful plan.
• Assist in the review of mechanical write-ups on equipment and coordinate repair schedule.
• Ensure safe working conditions and compliance with all safety regulations.
• Utilize a variety of power and hand tools and equipment.
• Possess, provide and maintain tools necessary to perform tasks related to maintenance on heavy/hydraulic equipment.
• Maintain a clean work area.
• Conform in all respects with applicable federal, state/provincial and local laws, regulations, ordinances and other orders and to all company policies, procedures and directives from supervisors.
• Assist in the training and orientation of new employees.
• Maintain a working knowledge of and keep up with the latest technology through the use of technical manuals and attendance of technical training seminars and testing.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); technical diploma desired.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience as a diesel mechanic
• Experience using diagnostic software a plus
• Must be computer literate, have the ability to be trained on software systems and the willingness to learn.
• Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety sensitive functions according to Company standards

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Demonstrate ability to follow detailed instructions, work independently and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to understand and effectively use repair and parts manuals written in English.
• Ability to operate any vehicle or equipment necessary to perform job.
• Possess physical ability to perform all aspects of job.

Physical/Mental Demands:

• Ability to stand, sit, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance, taste, and smell.
• Continuous concentrated mental and visual attention required.
• Visual Requirements: include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Frequent physical effort including handling tools and equipment required.
• Frequently lift/push/pull up to 100 pounds.

Working Conditions:

• Frequently exposed to loud noise, humidity, hot and cold weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, vibration, toxic and caustic chemicals, fumes and airborne particles.
• Occasionally work in high precarious places.
• Work environment is usually loud.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact [e-mail] Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.