Diesel Mechanic / Technician - 3rd Shift

Mattermgt; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid vacation from day 1

401K and rich benefits

Job summary

Amwaste is offering a Diesel Mechanic position on the 3rd shift (8:00pm - 6:30am) to maintain and repair our waste collection trucks and equipment. This role collaborates with truck drivers and aims to keep our community reliable and safe through proactive maintenance.

The ideal candidate performs preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs with welding capabilities, and joins a team that values safety and professional growth.

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

• Performs preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Troubleshoots and repairs vehicle and equipment operations problems.
• Adjusts, repairs or replaces parts and equipment.
• Welds and fabricates parts as needed.
• Maintains tools and shop; attends safety meetings and classes.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Diagnostics

Repair

Welding

Troubleshooting

Tools

Welding equipment

Diagnostic tools

Hand tools

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
• Rich benefits offerings including 401K
• Career development/advancement opportunities

Jump into 2026 with a rewarding Diesel Mechanic opportunity with Amwaste!

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 (8:00pm - 6:30am).

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,