Diesel Mechanic for Waste Industry

Waste Pro USA; Monroe (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Waste Pro USA in Monroe, North Carolina is hiring Diesel Mechanics to diagnose and repair engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, electrical and hydraulic systems on heavy and light duty refuse and recycling vehicles.

The role requires 3–5 years of hands-on experience, familiarity with OEM service manuals, and the ability to work safely in a fast-paced shop; CDL Class B and ASE certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in maintenance and repair of medium/heavy duty vehicles.
• Must diagnose and repair engines, transmissions, brakes, suspensions, and electrical/hydraulic systems.
• Experience with waste/recycling vehicle fleets is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair engine, transmission, brake, suspension, electrical, hydraulic, body components and systems.
• Maintain and repair fleet vehicles and equipment as assigned.
• Utilize service manuals and vehicle diagnostics to determine repairs.
• Complete required paperwork in a timely, accurate manner.
• Adhere to OSHA and corporate safety policies; keep a clean, safe work area.
• Provide guidance and direction to shop technicians as needed.

Skills

Engine diagnosis

Transmission diagnosis

Electrical systems

Brakes

Suspension

Hydraulic systems

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Education

7 ASE Certifications or equivalent

CDL Class B preferred

Tools

Factory Service Manuals

Vehicle computer diagnostics

Job description

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Waste Pro is growing and we are adding Diesel Mechanics to our Monroe team! Advanced knowledge and ability to diagnose and repair engine, transmission, brake, suspension, electrical, hydraulic, body components and systems related to heavy duty and light duty trucks. This may include gasoline, diesel and CNG systems. May include welding and fabrication.

Essential Job Functions

• Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the A Technician will be responsible for diagnostics related to a fleet of refuse and recycling vehicles.
• Maintenance and repair of all aspects of Mack, IHC, Autocar, Heil, McNeilus vehicles and equipment.
• Support of coworkers in working safely and efficiently in the maintenance and repair of fleet of vehicles and equipment.
• Completes all required paperwork in a timely and concise manner.
• Follows all safety policies and procedures.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.
• Utilizes vehicle computer electronics systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs.
• Conducts safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
• Conducts repairs utilizing Factory Service Manuals.
• Maintain high standard of Ethics and Dependability.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide Drive Train Inspections, Diagnosis and Repair.
• Ability to provide General Engine Inspection, Diagnosis and Repair.
• Ability to provide Transmission Inspection, Diagnosis and Repair.
• Ability to Perform Outside Repair Inspection Review.
• Ability to Assess Structural Damage and assign needed repairs.
• Ability to Provide assistance, guidance and direction to all shop technicians.
• CDL Class B preferred or the ability to obtain a CDL license.
• Ability to obtain 7 ASE Certifications or equivalent within 36 months.
• 3-5 years of hands on technical experience in the maintenance and repair of medium duty class 8 vehicles and equipment. Preferably with waste/recycling industry experience.
• Clear understanding of OSHA safety requirements for vehicle fleets Ability to utilize computers for data tracking, communication etc. (dossier, Microsoft office).