Experienced Heavy-Duty Diesel Technician/Mechanic for 2nd Shift - Solid Waste Industry

wasteprocareers; Lehigh Acres (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus up to $7,500

Monthly tool allowance

Boot allowance

Health, dental, 401k

Paid Time Off

In-house training

Career advancement

Job summary

Waste Pro is seeking experienced Heavy-Duty Class 8 Diesel technicians to diagnose and repair engines, transmissions, brakes, and electrical systems on refuse and recycling trucks. The role involves using factory service manuals and vehicle electronics, performing safety checks, and maintaining a clean, safe work area.

We offer a retention bonus up to 7,500, monthly tool and boot allowances, competitive pay based on skills and ASE certifications, in-house training, career advancement, health and

Qualifications

• Drive Train Inspections, Diagnosis and Repair.
• General Engine Inspection, Diagnosis and Repair.
• Transmission Inspection, Diagnosis and Repair.
• OSHA safety requirements familiarity.
• ASE Certifications or equivalent within 36 months.
• 3–5 years of hands-on tech experience with heavy-duty class 8 vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Diagnostics for a fleet of refuse and recycling vehicles.
• Maintenance and repair of Mack, IHC, Autocar, Heil, McNeilus vehicles and equipment.
• Support of coworkers in safe and efficient maintenance.
• Completes all required paperwork promptly.
• Follows safety policies and OSHA standards.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area.
• Uses vehicle computer electronics to interpret failure modes and initiate repairs.
• Conducts safety checks on vehicles and equipment.

Skills

Drive Train Inspections

Engine Inspection

Transmission Inspection

General Repairs

Team Leadership

OSHA Compliance

Microsoft Office

CDL Class B

ASE Certifications

Diesel Tech Experience

Job description

Waste Pro is looking for experiencedHeavy-duty Class 8 Diesel technicians!

Snag a Retention Bonus up to $7,500 (Based On Level)

• Monthly Tool Allowance from $90-$110 based on tenure
• Boot Allowance is $200 a year
• Great Pay rates based on skills, experience and certifications
• ASE Certification Testing Reimbursement PLUS Wage Increases for each certification
• In-house training through Mack, Autocar, McNeilus, EZ Pak, Meritor, MGM
• Career Advancement
• Benefits Package with Health, Dental. 401k & More
• Paid Time Off

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Advanced knowledge and ability to diagnose and repair engine, transmission, brake, suspension, electrical, hydraulic, body components and systems related to heavy duty and light duty trucks. This may include gasoline, diesel and CNG systems. May include welding and fabrication.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the A Technician will be responsible for diagnostics related to a fleet of refuse and recycling vehicles.
• Maintenance and repair of all aspects of Mack, IHC, Autocar, Heil, McNeilus vehicles and equipment.
• Support of coworkers in working safely and efficiently in the maintenance and repair of fleet of vehicles and equipment.
• Completes all required paperwork in a timely and concise manner.
• Follows all safety policies and procedures
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.
• Utilizes vehicle computer electronics systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs.
• Conducts safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
• Conducts repairs utilizing Factory Service Manuals.
• Conducts safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain high standard of Ethics and Dependability.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to provide Drive Train Inspections, Diagnosis and Repair
• Ability to provide General Engine Inspection, Diagnosis and Repair
• Ability to provide Transmission Inspection, Diagnosis and Repair
• Ability to Perform Outside Repair Inspection Review
• Ability to Assess Structural Damage and assign needed repairs
• Ability to Provide assistance, guidance and direction to all shop technicians
• CDL Class B preferred or the ability to obtain a CDL license
• Ability to obtain 7 ASE Certifications or equivalent within 36 months
• 3-5 years of hands on technical experience in the maintenance and repair of medium duty class 8 vehicles and equipment. Preferably with waste/recycling industry experience
• Clear understanding of OSHA safety requirements for vehicle fleets Ability to utilize computers for data tracking, communication etc. (dossier, Microsoft office).

OTHER JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Employees in this job classification must attend and participate in corporation sponsored training courses as assigned.
• Employees in this job classification are responsible for keeping up to date on current technology, as job appropriate, being used by Waste Pro.
• Any additional job duties that may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Special Considerations/Physical Work Requirements:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Exposure to chemical and residential waste.
• Walking, Jogging, Twisting, Crouching, Lifting
• Sufficient stamina for steady work pace throughout the day
• Able to utilize all Personal Protective Equipment as mandated by company
• Physically able to get up and down from the cab of a commercial motor vehicle between 50 and 100 times a day
• Physically able to lift 50 to 75 pounds from the floor to waist height unassisted
• Physically able to lift 50 pounds from the floor to shoulder height unassisted
• Physically able to lift 50 pounds form the floor to overhead unassisted
• Physically able to push and pull 50 pounds unassisted
• Physically able to frequently (100-200 times) bend at the knees and waist
• Physically able to frequently (100-200 times) reach over your head or reach out with extended arms to perform work
• Physically able to frequently (100-200 times) twist at the waist to perform work
• Physically able to work in extreme temperatures and weather environments (road calls).

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Normal setting for this job is: Inside and Outside with occasional exposure to extreme weather conditions.