Diesel Technician: Career Growth, $2K Tool Allowance

UNAVAILABLE; West Rutland (VT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual tool allowance $2,000

Career Pathways program

Hiring bonus

Job summary

Casella Waste seeks a Diesel Technician to maintain diesel equipment, perform inspections, and correct deficiencies to uphold safety and customer service standards. The role includes an hourly hiring range and a potential signing bonus, plus a substantial annual tool allowance as part of a career progression program.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and at least one year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED and be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver’s license (Class A, B, or C) and legal eligibility to work in the United States.
• Minimum of 1 year experience inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing trucks and stationary equipment.

Responsibilities

• Performs all job duties in accordance with safety policies and regulations.
• Performs maintenance tasks based on driver pre and post trip inspections in a timely manner or as directed by maintenance manager.
• Maintains diesel equipment operation by completing inspections and preventative maintenance requirements and makes appropriate corrections when needed.
• Works in adverse conditions including heat, cold, wind, rain and snow to repair equipment and vehicles.
• Builds and assembles machines or mechanical components according to requirements.
• Troubleshoots reported problems and resolves them in a timely manner.
• Maintains all relevant records for all work and procedures and reports on issues.
• Performs accurate lockout/tagout procedures.
• Runs diagnostic tests on vehicles and analyzes results; test drives to diagnose malfunctions.
• Performs preventative maintenance inspections, tire changes, brake changes and other vehicle utilities; builds, rebuilds, and replaces hydraulic components.
• Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge and performs other duties to support the company vision and values.
• 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.

Skills

Diesel equipment maintenance

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Computer diagnostic equipment

Job description

Casella Waste seeks a Diesel Technician to maintain diesel equipment, perform inspections, and correct deficiencies to uphold safety and customer service standards. The role includes an hourly hiring range and a potential signing bonus, plus a substantial annual tool allowance as part of a career progression program.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and at least one year of relevant experience.