Fleet Diesel Truck Mechanic

Casella Construction, Inc.; Village of Fort Edward (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction is seeking a dedicated Fleet Diesel Truck Mechanic for their Fort Edward shop. The role involves maintaining and repairing a diverse fleet of vehicles, ensuring safety and efficiency. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a high school diploma. The position offers a competitive hourly wage and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Options

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

Qualifications

• 2 years of diesel engine repair work preferred.
• Must have own tools.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and perform repairs on fleet vehicles.
• Complete paperwork using fleet maintenance software.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Flexibility

Initiative

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Casella Construction is looking for a hardworking and motivated Fleet Diesel Truck Mechanic to join our Maintenance Department in Fort Edward, NY. The Fleet Diesel Truck Mechanic’s shift is Monday – Friday, 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM, at our shop in Fort Edward, NY.

The Fleet Diesel Truck Mechanic is responsible for day-to-day equipment maintenance and minor to major repairs on our diverse fleet which consists of Mack triaxle dump trucks, Kenworth T880 & W900 Diesel tractors. The Fleet Diesel Truck Mechanic would also be working on our trailers as well: live floor, dump and lowboy trailers. We offer our employees the opportunity to grow personally and professionally.

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and perform repairs along with assigned preventive maintenance services on all fleet vehicles (Diesel and LNG tractors, trailers, and other related parts).
• Review and complete repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection reports.
• Complete all paperwork on fleet vehicles utilizing fleet maintenance software program associated with repairing vehicles, parts usage and repair times.
• Training requirements, both in person and online, as needed or required.

Qualifications:

• Diesel engine repair work of 2 years preferred
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be 18 years or older
• Considerable knowledge in equipment maintenance and repair gained through formal training or on the job experience
• Class A and or Class B CDL desirable
• Must be able to handle major repairs
• Experience with both tractor and trailer PMs and repairs.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge
• Ability to safely lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Must be able to squat, bend and work in confined areas for extended periods of time
• Must have own tools

Attributes:

• Ability to remain flexible as assignments change
• Ability to listen, understand, and follow directions
• Good communication skills both verbal and written
• Exhibit attention to detail
• Strong bias for action and sense of urgency. Resolves issues quickly
• Take initiative and be self-motivated, always looking for improvement opportunities

Hourly Hiring Range: $24.00/hr. - $27.00/hr.

Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.

Company Benefits and Opportunities:

Casella Construction offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, long and short-term disability, supplemental insurances, and 401(k) retirement options including a company match.

Who We Are:

Joseph Casella and John Casella II are the second generation of the Casella family, carrying on a legacy that was built on hard work, grit, determination, and most of all, innovation. Together with a team equally committed to exemplifying the highest industry standards, and reinventing systems to create effective solutions when old methods no longer serve new thinking, Casella Construction has evolved to become an industry-leading company in the field.

Our strength is in our team, who we continue to invest in and depend on to help expand critical areas of our business, including heavy highway construction, demolition, utility installation, environmental contracting, commercial site development, land management, aggregate, transportation, and fleet maintenance.

Casella Construction’s success is attributed to our employees’ love of the industry, our leadership’s drive to remain at the forefront of technology and environmental stewardship, and our collective ability to thrive in dynamic situations.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.