Diesel Truck Technician - Evening Shift, $7,500 Sign-On

Rumpke of Ohio; North Carolina; On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Rumpke Waste and Recycling in Columbus, IN is seeking a Vehicle Maintenance Repair Technician. You will perform inspections, diagnostics, repairs, and routine maintenance on the fleet to keep trucks safe and operational, with a focus on safety and accuracy.

The role requires reading repair manuals and diagrams, completing DOT forms, and maintaining thorough records. You’ll interact professionally with customers and coworkers, and may perform roadside repairs when qualified.

Qualifications

• Experience using repair manuals, wiring diagrams, and schematics to troubleshoot or repair.
• Experience repairing and maintaining heavy trucks and diesel engines; welding experience preferred.
• Advanced mechanical aptitude and knowledge of truck components and systems.
• Knowledge of Lock/Tag Out procedures or ability to learn them.
• Experience with Regen System.
• Ability to obtain DOT medical card as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform repair and maintenance of fleet vehicles per company maintenance schedules and/or DVIRs in a safe manner in compliance with all regulations and company policies.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot issues and perform necessary repairs.
• Complete adjustments, repairs, and component replacements to vehicles, equipment, and related components.
• Check, fill, and/or change appropriate fluids and filters.
• Inspect, repair, and/or overhaul vehicle support systems, such as electrical, air, and brake systems.
• Perform roadside repairs, when qualified, for the type of vehicle operated.
• Ensure all safety devices on vehicles are in good working order.
• Maintain accurate records on the computer/tablet.

Skills

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Repair manuals literacy

Communication skills

Documentation skills

English proficiency

Own tools

Education

General Education Diploma or better

High School or better

Job description

Rumpke Waste and Recycling in Columbus, IN is seeking a Vehicle Maintenance Repair Technician. You will perform inspections, diagnostics, repairs, and routine maintenance on the fleet to keep trucks safe and operational, with a focus on safety and accuracy.

The role requires reading repair manuals and diagrams, completing DOT forms, and maintaining thorough records. You’ll interact professionally with customers and coworkers, and may perform roadside repairs when qualified.