Diesel Technician: Career Pathway & Hands-On Diagnostics

Casella-Waste-Systems,-Inc.-1; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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.

Job summary

Casella Waste Systems, Inc. is seeking a Diesel Technician to maintain diesel equipment, perform inspections, and complete preventive maintenance to ensure safety and reliable service.

The role offers progression through a Career Pathways Program with merit increases, requires 18+ and a valid driver's license, and involves working in varied conditions, with hands-on troubleshooting and recordskeeping.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment.
• Commitment to providing excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Performs all job duties in accordance with company 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 at times 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 resolve 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 the results to problem solve; test drive vehicles to diagnose malfunctions when necessary.
• Perform any and all necessary procedures to ensure maximum reliability and the safety of the equipment operator including, performing preventative maintenance inspections, tire changes, changes of breaks and any other utilities that are part of the vehicle; builds, rebuilds, and replaces hydraulic components and hoses of any vehicle or stationary equipment.
• 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Casella Waste Systems, Inc. is seeking a Diesel Technician to maintain diesel equipment, perform inspections, and complete preventive maintenance to ensure safety and reliable service.

The role offers progression through a Career Pathways Program with merit increases, requires 18+ and a valid driver's license, and involves working in varied conditions, with hands-on troubleshooting and recordskeeping.