Diesel Mechanic - CNG & Heavy Duty Fleet

Arakelian Enterprises Inc; Montebello (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Benefits package

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Career plan

Recognition programs

Professional development learning

Excellent work environment

Job summary

Athens Services is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Tech I to diagnose and repair mechanical issues across the operation fleet. You will perform repairs and preventive maintenance per SRTs, handle complex electrical and hydraulic systems, and conduct safety inspections.

The role involves roadside diagnosis, thorough documentation, and adherence to OSHA standards. A valid driver’s license and your own tools are required, with a strong safety mindset and professional conduct.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and/or GED. Familiar with DOT CHP repair processes and controls for Drivers Vehicle Inspection Reports.
• Ability to effectively communicate mechanical issues and required repairs.
• Perform all tasks safely and in accordance with OSHA rules and regulations.
• Consistently behave in a manner that is appropriate and professional.
• Ability to read and comprehend service and technical information.
• Valid Class C Driver's License.
• Acceptable Driver's Record.
• You must possess personal tools.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned repairs and preventive maintenance tasks in accordance with established Standard Repair Times (SRTs), ensuring work is completed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with company safety and quality standards.
• Performs Senior-level repairs and assigned preventative maintenance tasks.
• Performs the most critical, and complex work in troubleshooting, inspections, diagnosis and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles and equipment.
• Perform safety inspections and checks on vehicles and equipment.
• Performs roadside emergency diagnosis and repair of roadside equipment as directed by supervision.
• Completes required paperwork associated with repairing vehicles and equipment; to include documentation of parts usage, and repair times.
• Attendance and successful accomplishment of all safety and compliance training.

Skills

Communication

Reading technical information

Safety compliance

Professional demeanor

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Personal tools

Job description

Position Summary

The Fleet Maintenance Tech reports to the Fleet Maintenance Manager and Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor. The Fleet Maintenance Tech I is personally responsible for providing proper diagnosis and repair of any mechanical issues to the existing operation fleet.

Job Description

• Perform assigned repairs and preventive maintenance tasks in accordance with established Standard Repair Times (SRTs), ensuring work is completed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with company safety and quality standards.
• Performs Senior-level repairs and assigned preventative maintenance tasks.
• Performs the most critical, and complex work in troubleshooting, inspections, diagnosis and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles and equipment.
• Perform safety inspections and checks on vehicles and equipment.
• Performs roadside emergency diagnosis and repair of roadside equipment as directed by supervision.
• Completes required paperwork associated with repairing vehicles and equipment; to include documentation of parts usage, and repair times.
• Attendance and successful accomplishment of all safety and compliance training.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma and/or GED .Familiar with DOT CHP repair processes and controls for Drivers Vehicle Inspection Reports.
• Ability to effectively communicate mechanical issues and required repairs.
• Perform all tasks safely and in accordance with applicable OSHA rules and regulations.
• Consistently behave in a manner that is appropriate and professional.
• Ability to read and comprehend service and technical information.
• Valid Class C Driver's License.
• Acceptable Driver's Record.
• You must possess personal tools.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications

• 6 years’ experience in heavy truck equipment maintenance & repair or equitable trade school and/or technical certifications.
• Trade School Certification.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Air Brake Certification.
• CNG Alternative Fuel experience/training.
• CDL Class A/B.
• Computer diagnostic skills: Cummins Insite/Allison transmissions.
• Forklift operator training/certification.
• ASE Medium/Heavy Truck Certifications: T2 - T8.
• CNG Certification: Compressed Natural Gas Vehicle Certification.

Salary: $37.36 - $41.10/hour

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive benefit package
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Career plan
• Recognition programs
• Professional development learning
• An exceptional work environment

Athens will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and any other applicable state, federal or local laws.

EEO/M/F/disability/veteran Athens Services is a local, family-owned waste collection and recycling company that has been a fixture in the greater Los Angeles community for the past 60 years. We provide innovative, consistent, and quality environmental services to our more than 250,000 customers in the 50+ communities we serve. Through reuse, recycling, and composting, Athens diverts valuable resources from landfills.