Diesel Mechanic / Technician - 2nd Shift

Amwaste; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 34,095 - 48,560; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid vacation effective day 1

Rich benefits offerings including 401K

Career development/advancement opportunities

Job summary

Amwaste in Birmingham, Alabama is hiring a Diesel Mechanic. In this role, you will maintain and repair the company’s waste collection trucks, ensuring their optimal function. Responsibilities include troubleshooting and performing preventive maintenance on vehicles, as well as welding parts as needed. The ideal candidate will possess skills in vehicle diagnostics and maintenance, as well as effective communication. Starting salary is $30.00+ per hour based on experience, with benefits including paid vacation and 401K.

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.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots vehicle and equipment operations problems.
• Performs preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Adjusts, repairs or replaces parts and equipment.
• Maintains tools and equipment.
• Maintains a safe and tidy shop.
• Welds and fabricates parts as needed.

Skills

Knowledge of vehicle and equipment operation

Knowledge of diagnostics and repair principles

Skills in use of tools and equipment

Skill in oral and written communication

Skill in welding

Skill in troubleshooting

Job description

Introduction

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.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Paid vacation effective day 1
• Rich benefits offerings including 401K
• Career development/advancement opportunities

Job Summary

Performs preventive maintenance, problem diagnostics, and repairs on Company vehicles and equipment. The hours of operation for this job will be 3rd shift or night shift work.

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

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.

Salary

$30.00+ per hour based on experience.