Diesel Technician Apprentice 2nd Shift

Casella Waste Systems, Inc.; City of Plattsburgh (NY); On-site; USD 30,307 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K plan

Boot & clothing allowance

Job summary

Casella Waste Systems, Inc. seeks a Diesel Technician Apprentice to join our Plattsburgh, NY team. You will work with a skilled Diesel Technician to learn maintenance, repairs and preventative care for vehicles and equipment.

The position starts at $26 per hour and emphasizes safety and hands-on training, progressing through defined career levels as you gain skills and complete training requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Basic knowledge of automotive/diesel/heavy equipment diagnostics and repair preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn parts, processes and maintenance techniques from experienced technicians.
• Complete work orders and perform maintenance tasks from inspections in a timely manner.
• Follow safety policies to ensure safe vehicle and equipment operations.
• Assist senior technicians on preventative maintenance and larger projects.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Safety awareness

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Position Summary

The Diesel Technician Apprentice works alongside a knowledgeable Casella Waste Diesel Technician to learn and further develop skills. The Apprentice provides maintenance, repairs vehicles and equipment, and mainly focuses on preventative maintenance and maintaining the safety of all vehicles and equipment. The Diesel Technician Apprentice will continue in this role until they complete all training requirements.

Starting hourly rate $26 per hour.

Key Responsibilities

• Gain an understanding of basic parts, processes, and maintenance techniques as instructed by knowledgeable technicians.
• Learns how to complete all work orders, perform maintenance tasks based on driver pre and post trip inspections in a timely manner.
• Performs all job duties in accordance with company safety policies and regulations to ensure safe operations.
• Assists senior level technicians in performing preventative maintenance inspections.
• Aids senior level technicians on larger projects.
• Learns how to thoroughly identify defects requiring correction, which would affect the availability of the equipment and the safety of the equipment operator.
• Adjusts brakes, clutches, and other utilities that are part of the vehicle or other equipment.
• Adjusts hydraulic pressures and other hydraulic components of any equipment.
• Performs tire changes and repairs on vehicles and equipment.
• Builds, rebuilds or replaces hydraulic components and hoses of any vehicle or stationary equipment.
• Learns how to perform accurate lockout/tagout procedures.
• Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.

Career Path Definitions & Distinctions

Technician Apprentice: Demonstrates the ability to work alongside a knowledgeable Casella Waste Diesel Technician to learn and further develop skills. The Apprentice provides maintenance, repairs vehicles and equipment, and mainly focuses on preventative maintenance and maintaining the safety of all vehicles and equipment.

Technician B: Demonstrates the ability to identify operating issues including examining, test driving and troubleshooting electrical and mechanical problems using standard testing procedures and computer diagnostic equipment. Technician also demonstrates the ability to correct any operating issues that are found.

Technician A: Demonstrates the ability to inspect, troubleshoot, and repair vehicle brakes, suspension, steering, tires, rims, hubs, PTO, hydraulics, engine, cooling, starting, ignition, charging, lighting systems, fuel and air intake systems, heating, ventilation, and cooling systems to ensure vehicles are in safe and dependable operating condition.

Master Technician: Demonstrates the ability to inspect, troubleshoot, and repair all vehicle and equipment systems. Can rebuild and replace engines, engine components, transmissions, drive line and rear-ends, mechanical systems, electrical systems, and hydraulic components.

Education, Experience & Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, must be at least 18 years of age, hold a valid Class A, B, or C Driver’s license, have a basic knowledge or experience in automotive, diesel or heavy equipment diagnostics and repair and must be legally eligible to work in the United States. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, effective listening and problem‑solving skills, and dedication to providing excellent customer service is desired. It is also important that the candidate has demonstrated the ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment.

Ability to perform physically demanding tasks including frequent lifting of heavy components, pushing, pulling, crouching, climbing and consistent standing, walking and grasping. This job is operated in both garage/shop conditions and outside of the shop which may include various weather conditions.

Pre‑employment testing. This position requires successful completion of pre‑employment testing, including a drug screen.

Attributes

Positive, team‑oriented individual who is disciplined, dependable, determined, focused on delivering excellent customer service, and is open to personal and professional training and development.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Maternity & Parental Leave, Flexible Spending Accounts, Discounted Stock Program, 401K, Boot & Clothing Allowance, Safety Awards, Employee Assistance Plan, Wellness Incentive, Tuition Assistance, Career Pathways, Tool Allowance, and more.