Entry Lvl Apprentice Mechanic

Clean Harbors, Inc.; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 30 days

401K with company matching

Tuition reimbursement

Company paid training

Yearly safety boot allowance

Job summary

Clean Harbors, Inc. in Elgin, IL is hiring a Diesel Vehicle Mechanic Apprentice to support experienced mechanics in building vacuum trucks while ensuring safety practices. Ideal candidates will be team-oriented with a high school diploma and prior experience working with heavy-duty trucks.

Benefits include competitive wages, health coverage after 30 days, paid time off, and training. Strong applicants will have DOT inspection experience and must provide their own tools. Clean Harbors is committed to diversity and equal opportunity.

Qualifications

• High School diploma with career technical education required.
• 1+ years prior experience working on heavy duty-trucks and equipment.
• 1+ years of DOT inspection experience required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety by complying with all work practices and policies.
• Assist senior mechanics as needed.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks and inspections.

Skills

Teamwork

Mechanical skills

DOT inspection

Education

High School diploma

Secondary Trade school

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Clean Harbors Elgin, IL is looking for a Diesel Vehicle Mechanic Apprentice to join their safety conscious team! This position will be responsible for assisting experienced mechanics in the building and fabrication of Vacuum Trucks.

Why work for Clean Harbors?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
• Group 401K/RRSP with company matching component
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
• Generously, paid time off!
• Company paid training!
• Tuition reimbursement!
• Company provided uniforms and PPE!
• Yearly safety boot allowance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensuring that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and always acting in a safe manner.
• Assist senior mechanics as needed and directed.
• Perform warehouse duties as directed.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks and inspections on company vehicles and equipment.
• Complete daily checklist as required
• Maintain facility via housekeeping duties
• Performs other duties and tasks assigned by management that will be required by the needs of the Clean Harbors business.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma with career technical education.
• Secondary Trade school preferred
• Ability to work in a team environment
• 1+ years prior experience working on heavy duty-trucks and equipment.
• 1+ years of DOT inspection experience required.
• Must provide own basic tools
• Related mechanical certifications preferred (not required)
• Ability to pass a background, drug, and physical test upon hire
• Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.
• Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail] or 1-844-922-5547.
• Clean Harbors and its subsidiaries are a Military & Veteran friendly company.
• Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.