Fleet Maintenance Tech I 2nd Shift (Sign On Bonus Eligible)

Arakelian Enterprises Inc; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401K plan

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation/Sick Time

Career development

Job summary

Athens Services seeks a skilled Diesel Mechanic to diagnose and repair mechanical issues in diesel and CNG fleets. You will review DVIRs, perform roadside repairs, and ensure fleet reliability while maintaining OSHA safety standards.

Responsibilities include senior-level repairs, complex diagnostics, safety checks, and accurate documentation. A competitive benefits package accompanies this role, with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; trade school certification.
• Familiar with DOT CHP repair processes and Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
• Valid Class C Driver's License and clean driving record.
• Must have personal tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform senior-level repairs and preventive maintenance tasks.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems.
• Conduct safety inspections on vehicles and equipment.
• Provide roadside emergency diagnosis and repair as directed by supervision.
• Document parts usage and repair times.
• Complete safety and compliance training.

Skills

Communication

Technical reading

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Cummins Insite

Allison transmissions

Job description

Summary Ready to fuel your career? Athens Services is on the lookout for a skilled Fleet Maintenance Technician to join our team. As the go-to expert in diagnosing and repairing mechanical/technical issues in diesel and CNG fleets, you'll be essential to our operation. From reviewing Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports to tackling emergency roadside repairs, your expertise will ensure our fleet runs seamlessly. With experience in heavy truck equipment maintenance, familiarity with DOT CHP repair processes, and excellent communication skills, you're the perfect fit. We offer a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401K, life insurance, and professional development opportunities.

The Diesel Mechanic reports to the Fleet Maintenance Manager and Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor. The Diesel Mechanic is personally responsible for providing proper diagnosis and repair of any mechanical issues to the existing operation fleet.

Job Description

• Performs Senior-level repairs and assigned preventative maintenance tasks.
• Performs the most critical, and complex work in troubleshooting, inspections, diagnosis and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles and equipment.
• Perform safety inspections and checks on vehicles and equipment.
• Performs roadside emergency diagnosis and repair of roadside equipment as directed by supervision.
• Completes required paperwork associated with repairing vehicles and equipment; to include documentation of parts usage, and repair times.
• Attendance and successful accomplishment of all safety and compliance training.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma and/or GED Trade School Certification
• Familiar with DOT CHP repair processes and controls for Drivers Vehicle Inspection Reports.
• Ability to effectively communicate mechanical issues and required repairs.
• Perform all tasks safely and in accordance with applicable OSHA rules and regulations.
• Consistently behaves in a manner that is appropriate and professional.
• Ability to read and comprehend service and technical information.
• Valid Class C Driver's License.
• Acceptable Driver's Record.
• Must possess personal tools.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in heavy truck equipment maintenance & repair or equitable trade school and/or technical certifications.
• Bilingual English/Spanish
• ASE Medium/Heavy Truck Certifications: T2-T8, F1, L2
• Air Brake Certification
• CNG Alternative Fuel experience/training
• CDL Class A/B
• Computer diagnostic skills: Cummins Insite/Allison transmissions
• Forklift operator training/certification

Physical/Environmental Demands

Physical: Standing, walking, seeing, hearing, and smelling continuously. Problem solving, oral communication, analytical ability, concentration, exposure to heavy machinery, & eye/hand coordination, & handling continuously. Bending, reaching, stretching, crouching, & lifting ≤ 50 Lbs. continuously. Exposure to unprotected heights occasionally. Environmental: Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, grease, oil, chemicals, wet slippery surfaces, hot/cold conditions, & noise continuously. Works inside and outside.

Salary

Salary: $39.73/hour DOE + $1.50/hour Shift Differential Schedule: Mon - Fri: 2:00 PM - 11:30 PM with Saturdays as needed for business needs. Eligible for up to a $5,000 Sign-On Bonus A sign-on bonus is available for this position, paid out in four installments upon reaching key milestones of continuous employment: Payment 1 after 30 days Payment 2 after 90 days Payment 3 after 180 days Payment 4 after 365 days Bonus payments are contingent upon active employment and satisfactory performance at each milestone.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive benefit package
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Career plan
• Recognition programs
• Professional development learning

An exceptional work environment

Athens will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and any other applicable state, federal or local laws.

EEO/M/F/disability/veteran

Athens Services is a local, family-owned waste collection and recycling company that has been a fixture in the greater Los Angeles community for the past 60 years.

We provide innovative, consistent, and quality environmental services to our more than 250,000 customers in the 50+ communities we serve.

Through reuse, recycling, and composting, Athens diverts valuable resources from landfills.