Diesel Mechanic

Interstate Waste Services, Inc.; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in waste management is seeking a Diesel Mechanic to inspect, diagnose, and repair heavy trucks and equipment. The role requires 3-5+ years of experience and knowledge of safety procedures, offering a competitive hourly salary. Join a team that values innovation and safety in providing top-notch waste services.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years’ experience as class A or B mechanic.
• Prior experience from waste management industry or heavy equipment/yellow iron dealership experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection, diagnosis and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles.
• Complete required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program.
• Conduct safety checks on vehicles.

Skills

Computer diagnostic experience

Knowledge of safety procedures

Education

Trade school or similar training

Job description

Overview

Interstate Waste Services is the most progressive and innovative provider of solid waste and recycling services in the country! We primarily service Northern New Jersey, Southern New York State, New York City, Connecticut, with a landfill located in Ohio, where we also own and operate a state-of-the-art rail-served landfill. We cater to a diverse range of residential, industrial and commercial customers. Our mission has always been to provide our customers with the highest quality waste, recycling and environmental services, while keeping focus on employee, customer and environmental safety.

What makes our company culture unique is we have mastered the ability to balance the standards of a large corporate company while maintaining our small business family style culture.

Essential Job Summary:

Shift: Varied

Our Diesel Mechanics perform inspection, diagnosis and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles and equipment, including diesel heavy trucks and engines. Performs preventive maintenance inspection (PMI); troubleshoots, repairs, and rebuilds major components on vehicles and equipment.Ensures accurate diagnosis and effective repair and/or replacement of components.Additional responsibilities include:

Essential Job Functions: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.

• Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Completes required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
• Assists in the repair and adjustment of equipment.
• Washes vehicles and equipment.
• Conducts safety checks on vehicles.
• Assists with service calls for breakdowns.
• Perform other maintenance related work as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate / OSHA Standards.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• 3-5+ years’ experience as class A or B mechanic
• Computer diagnostic experience is required
• Prior experience from waste management industry or heavy equipment/yellow iron dealership experience is a plus
• Trade school or similar training is a plus
• Knowledge of safety procedures and practices

Additional Information

This job description is intended to be an accurate representation of the general functions of the job, rather than exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or experience. Other duties may be assigned, requested, or required. Aspects of the job may be altered without notice.

Interstate Waste Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Salary Range Minimum

USD $26.00/Hr.

Salary Range Maximum