Diesel Mechanic - CNG & Heavy Duty Fleet

Athens Services; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K

Life Insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

Athens Services is hiring a Fleet Maintenance Technician to diagnose and repair mechanical issues in our diesel and CNG fleet. You will review Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports, perform emergency roadside repairs, and ensure fleet reliability through preventive maintenance.

The role requires strong communication, OSHA compliance, and familiarity with DOT CHP repair processes. Candidates must have a valid Class C license and bring their own tools; bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Familiar with DOT CHP repair processes and controls for DRIVERS VEHICLE INSPECTION REPORTS.
• Ability to effectively communicate mechanical issues and required repairs.
• Adhere to OSHA rules and regulations.
• Professional and courteous conduct at all times.
• Ability to read and comprehend service/technical information.
• Valid Class C Driver's License and clean driving record.
• Must possess personal tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance per Standard Repair Times (SRTs).
• Perform senior-level repairs and preventive maintenance as assigned.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems.
• Conduct safety inspections and checks on vehicles/equipment.
• Provide roadside emergency diagnosis/repair as directed.
• Document parts usage, repairs, and times.

Skills

Communication

OSHA compliance

DOT CHP processes

Driver's license

Tools required

Safety awareness

Reading specs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cummins Insite

Allison transmissions

Job description

Summary

Ready to fuel your career? Athens Services is on the lookout for a skilled Fleet Maintenance Technician to join our team. As the go-to expert in diagnosing and repairing mechanical/technical issues in diesel and CNG fleets, you'll be essential to our operation. From reviewing Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports to tackling emergency roadside repairs, your expertise will ensure our fleet runs seamlessly. With experience in heavy truck equipment maintenance, familiarity with DOT CHP repair processes, and excellent communication skills, you're the perfect fit. We offer a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401K, life insurance, and professional development opportunities.

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

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

Equal Opportunity & Hiring

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

About the Company

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.