Fleet Diesel Mechanic – Essential Service, Great Pay

Rumpke Waste & Recycling; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401(k) matching

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

Rumpke Waste & Recycling in Lima, Ohio, is seeking an experienced Vehicle Maintenance Repair Technician to inspect, diagnose, and repair our fleet to keep trucks safe and on the road.

You will follow maintenance schedules, complete DVIRs and DOT forms, maintain records on a computer or tablet, and interact professionally with customers and internal teams. The role requires reading repair manuals, using diagnostic tools, and performing routine preventative work in all weather.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform repair and maintenance of fleet vehicles per company maintenance schedules and/or DVIRs in a safe manner.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot issues and make 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.
• Perform routine housekeeping duties related to tools, materials, shop, and work areas.
• Interacting with internal and external customers with good written and verbal communication skills.
• Complete yearly DOT inspection forms.
• Maintain accurate records (time, maintenance orders, and parts usage) on the computer/tablet.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Computer basics

Repair manuals

Communication skills

Documentation

English proficiency

Own tools

Tools

Diagnostics tools

Electrical test equipment

Vehicle diagnostics

Job description

Rumpke Waste & Recycling in Lima, Ohio, is seeking an experienced Vehicle Maintenance Repair Technician to inspect, diagnose, and repair our fleet to keep trucks safe and on the road.

You will follow maintenance schedules, complete DVIRs and DOT forms, maintain records on a computer or tablet, and interact professionally with customers and internal teams. The role requires reading repair manuals, using diagnostic tools, and performing routine preventative work in all weather.