Diesel Mechanic

Interstate Waste Services; 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 perform maintenance and repairs on heavy duty diesel trucks. This role offers on-the-job training and the opportunity for entry-level candidates. The ideal candidate will have mechanical skills and the ability to work with diagnostic software, ensuring operational efficiency and safety in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working on heavy duty diesel equipment is required.
• Entry-level candidates with willingness to learn are welcome.
• Knowledge of DOT and OSHA standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection, diagnosis, and repairs on diesel heavy trucks.
• Utilize diagnostic software to interpret failure modes.
• Assist with emergency repairs when on call.

Skills

Troubleshooting/repairing DPF systems

Use of diagnostic software

Mechanical skills

Education

Training from recognized trade school

Valid driver's license

Tools

Mechanic's tools

Job description

SCHEDULE: 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM

HOURLY RATE: $32.64

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.

Our Diesel Mechanics perform inspection, diagnosis, preventative maintenance, and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles and equipment, including diesel heavy trucks and engines. Utilizing diagnostic software, the Mechanic is responsible for interpreting failure modes and initiate or assign necessary repairs. At times, the Mechanic may be on call, and required to assist with emergency breakdowns.

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States.

• A valid driver's license is required. CDL preferred.

• Experience working on heavy duty diesel equipment OR training from a recognized trade school is required.

• Must be able to speak and read English well enough to converse with colleagues, drivers and dispatch, and be able to make legible entries on reports and records.

• Must be able to meet the physical and safety requirements of the position.

• Must be able to provide own tools

Entry-level candidates will be considered for this position and on-the-job training provided. Candidates with the following experience may be considered for a Mechanic B or A level position which has a higher level of responsibility as well a compensation:

• 2+ years experience working as a heavy duty Diesel Mechanic

• Experience with troubleshooting/repairing DPF systems diagnostic software such as Premium Tech Tool (Mack), Allison transmission, Cummins, CAT, Peterbilt, and Paccar.

• Working knowledge of applicable DOT and OSHA standards and regulations.

• Other duties as assigned.

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.

USD $32.64/Hr.