Diesel Mechanic / Technician

Matter Management Enterprises, LLC; LaGrange (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid vacation effective day 1

Rich benefits offerings including 401K

Career development/advancement opportunities

Career development/advancement

Job summary

A leading waste management company offers a rewarding Diesel Mechanic position in LaGrange, Georgia. Diesel Mechanics maintain and repair waste collection trucks while providing exceptional service to drivers. This role emphasizes preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs, contributing positively to community operations. This position offers competitive pay, paid vacation, and career development opportunities in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance and equipment operation.
• Experience in diagnosing and repairing vehicles and equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• 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 vehicles and equipment.
• Troubleshoot vehicle and equipment operation problems.
• Weld and fabricate parts as needed.
• 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.

Skills

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

Skill in oral and written communication

Skill in welding

Skill in troubleshooting and identifying problems

Job 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.

Start 2026 with a rewarding Diesel Mechanic opportunity with Amwaste!

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Paid vacation effective day 1
• Rich benefits offerings including 401K
• No overnight travel for driver positions
• Career development/advancement opportunities

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 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.