Diesel Mechanic / Technician

Amwaste of Georgia LLC; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Vacation from day 1

401K retirement

No overnight travel

Career development

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Referral program

Job summary

Amwaste of Georgia LLC is seeking a Diesel Mechanic to maintain engines and equipment on waste collection trucks and to provide courteous service to drivers who operate these trucks daily. The role involves preventive maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, and welding as needed, contributing to safe, efficient operations and community service.

Responsibilities include diagnosing issues, performing scheduled maintenance, repairing or replacing parts, and upholding shop safety.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of vehicle and equipment operation and maintenance principles.
• Knowledge of vehicle and equipment diagnostics and repair principles.
• Skills in the use of tools and equipment used in the maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in welding
• Skill in troubleshooting and identifying problems and in devising related solutions.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on company vehicles and equipment.
• Troubleshoot vehicle and equipment operation problems and perform repairs.
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and equipment.
• Attend safety meetings and classes.
• Maintain tools and equipment.
• Maintain a safe and tidy shop.
• Weld and fabricate parts as needed.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Vehicle diagnostics

Vehicle maintenance

Welding

Troubleshooting

Oral and written communication

Job description

Description

Don't drive past this opportunity!

You have found the perfect Diesel Mechanic position to develop and grow as a professional.

Our Diesel Mechanics are responsible for maintaining the engine and equipment on our waste collection trucks, and providing courteous service to our truck drivers who operate these trucks daily. Our mechanics engage with our drivers and impact their community in a positive way.

Amwaste offers:

• Competitive pay
• Paid vacation effective day 1
• 401K Retirement Plan
• No overnight travel for driver positions
• Career development/advancement opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee discounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Referral program.

End the year 2026 with a rewarding Diesel Mechanic opportunity with Amwaste!

JOB SUMMARY_

Performs preventive maintenance, problem diagnostics, and repairs on Company vehicles and equipment.

MAJOR DUTIES___________________________________________________________________

Troubleshoots vehicle and equipment operations problems, diagnoses and subsequently makes repairs

Performs preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment according to standard schedules.

Adjusts, repairs or replaces parts and equipment.

Attends safety meetings and classes.

Maintains tools and equipment.

Maintains a safe and tidy shop.

Welds and fabricates parts as needed.

Performs related duties as assigned.

COMPLEXITY

The work consists of related vehicle and equipment maintenance duties. The variety of equipment to be maintained contributes to the complexity of the position.

The purpose of this position is to participate in the maintenance of company vehicles and equipment.

Success in this position contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of a variety of company operations.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION______________________________________________

Knowledge of vehicle and equipment operation and maintenance principles.

Knowledge of vehicle and equipment diagnostics and repair principles.

Skills in the use of tools and equipment used in the maintenance of vehicles and equipment.

Skill in oral and written communication.

Skill in welding

Skill in troubleshooting and identifying problems and in devising related solutions,