Diesel Mechanic: Fleet Maintenance & Diagnostics

Meridian Waste; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan

PTO

Paid Holidays

On-the-Job Training

Overtime Opportunities

Referral Program

Full-Time Employment

40-Hour Week

Job summary

Meridian Waste is seeking a skilled Diesel Mechanic for our Richland Hauling operation in Columbia, SC. The role focuses on repairing and maintaining waste trucks and support equipment, performing diagnostics, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

You will run preventive maintenance, document services, and collaborate with the repair team to plan repairs while upholding our safety and customer service commitments.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Diesel Mechanic experience.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds.
• Excellent reading and writing skills.
• ASE Diesel Certification an asset.

Responsibilities

• Determines vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts.
• Perform minor and major repairs on waste pick-up trucks and support equipment.
• Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; controlling corrosion; completing winterization procedures.
• Conduct regular preventative maintenance on service trucks, including inspection, tire rotation and oil changes.
• Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems.
• Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.
• Maintains vehicle appearance by cleaning, washing, and painting.
• Maintains accurate vehicle records by annotating services and repairs.

Skills

Vehicle inspection

Diagnostics

Preventive maintenance

Education

2+ years' experience as a Diesel Mechanic

ASE Diesel Certification

Job description

Meridian Waste is seeking a skilled Diesel Mechanic for our Richland Hauling operation in Columbia, SC. The role focuses on repairing and maintaining waste trucks and support equipment, performing diagnostics, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

You will run preventive maintenance, document services, and collaborate with the repair team to plan repairs while upholding our safety and customer service commitments.