Diesel Mechanic

Rumpke Waste & Recycling; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Rumpke Waste & Recycling as a Diesel Mechanic in Louisville, KY. This role involves routine maintenance, inspection, and repair of vehicles. Enjoy a family-owned culture with excellent benefits including paid vacation, overtime opportunities, and a tool allowance.

Benefits

Automatic 3 Weeks Paid Vacation

Full Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

401k with Employer Match

Paid Maternity & Parental Leave

Continuous Training and Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Legally eligible to work in the U.S.
• Pass pre-employment testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform all levels of preventative maintenance services.
• Inspect and repair brake systems, steering mechanisms, etc.
• Complete accurate work orders daily.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Knowledge of truck components

Ability to drive service vehicles

Tools

Mechanic tools

Job description

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Keeping your hometown clean is our job. Innovation to preserve the planet is our mission. Come work for one of the nation’s largest waste and recycling companies in a Recession Resistant industry!

Why Work at Rumpke?

• Family Owned and Operated Company
• Automatic 3 Weeks Paid Vacation
• Full Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Company backed life insurance, short term, and long term disability
• Paid Maternity & Parental Leave
• 401k with Employer Match
• Weekly Pay
• Get paid by the hour, NOT by the turn of your wrench!
• Overtime Opportunities
• Tool Allowance
• PPE and Uniforms Provided
• Continuous Training and Growth Opportunities
• Generous Referral Bonuses
  

Job Requirements May Include, But Not Limited To

• Perform all levels of preventative maintenance services.
• Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure proper working condition.
• Perform routine maintenance.
• Repairing and troubleshooting of major components such as engine, transmission, and differentials.
• Complete accurate work orders daily.
  
  

Skills And Abilities Needed

• Ability to safely drive service vehicles and vehicles in and out of the service area and perform test drives.
• In-depth knowledge of truck components and systems.
• Good mechanical aptitude for vehicle maintenance and repair.
• Must possess necessary tools to preform assigned tasks.
  
  

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing.
• Must be able to read and speak the English language.
  
  

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish a contract for employment and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke’s policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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