Fleet Mechanic - Environmental Services

GFL Environmental Inc.; Kalkaska (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid Holidays

PTO (3 weeks)

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. in Michigan seeks a skilled heavy-duty truck mechanic to diagnose and repair heavy-duty trucks and equipment, including diesel, CNG, and electric systems. You will plan repairs, order parts, and ensure safe operation and regulatory compliance.

You will maintain tooling, document work, and assist in training new staff while staying current with technology and safety standards. This on-site role requires a strong mechanical background and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years experience as a heavy-duty truck mechanic.
• Experience using diagnostic software is a plus.
• Must be computer literate and able to learn software systems.
• Must meet safety-sensitive criteria per company standards.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair operational difficulties with heavy-duty trucks and equipment.
• Maintain and repair heavy diesel, CNG, gas and electrically operated equipment and vehicles.
• Complete reports, work orders, and procure parts as required daily.
• Plan and schedule repairs in M5 planner and procure all parts.
• Assist in reviewing mechanical write-ups and coordinate repair schedule.
• Ensure safe working conditions and compliance with safety regulations.
• Utilize power and hand tools and maintain tools needed for heavy equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Assist in training and orientation of new employees.
• Keep up with latest technology via manuals and training seminars.
• Perform other duties as required by management.

Skills

Heavy-duty truck mechanic

Diagnostic software experience

Computer literate

Safety-sensitive compliance

Tools

Diagnostic software

Job description

Safely operate, repair, rebuild and perform maintenance on Company owned heavy duty trucks and equipment including rolling stock to ensure its ability to operate safely. This position is for GFL’s Environmental Services division. Will be performing maintenance on oilfield trucks and equipment, tractor trailers, tanker trucks and vac trucks.

Benefits: Why choose GFL(Team Green)?

• Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
• 401k, and 401k matching
• Paid Holidays
• 3 weeks of PTO annually
• We will handle the transport of your tool box to our shop
• And several other benefits

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and repair operational difficulties with heavy duty trucks and equipment.
• Maintain and repair heavy diesel, CNG, gas and electrically operated equipment and vehicles.
• Complete reports, work orders, order parts and perform other administrative duties as required daily.
• Plan and schedule repairs in M5 planner and procure all parts for successful plan.
• Assist in the review of mechanical write-ups on equipment and coordinate repair schedule.
• Ensure safe working conditions and compliance with all safety regulations.
• Utilize a variety of power and hand tools and equipment.
• Possess, provide and maintain tools necessary to perform tasks related to maintenance on heavy/hydraulic equipment.
• Maintain a clean work area.
• Conform in all respects with applicable federal, state/provincial and local laws, regulations, ordinances and other orders and to all company policies, procedures and directives from supervisors.
• Assist in the training and orientation of new employees.
• Maintain a working knowledge of and keep up with the latest technology through the use of technical manuals and attendance of technical training seminars and testing.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.

Requirements:

• Minimum of three (3) years experience as a heavy-duty truck mechanic.
• Experience using diagnostic software a plus.
• Must be computer literate, have the ability to be trained on software systems and the willingness to learn.
• Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety sensitive functions according to Company standards.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Demonstrate ability to follow detailed instructions, work independently and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to understand and effectively use repair and parts manuals written in English.
• Ability to operate any vehicle or equipment necessary to perform job.
• Possess physical ability to perform all aspects of job.

Physical/Mental Demands:

• Ability to stand, sit, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance, taste, and smell.
• Continuous concentrated mental and visual attention required.
• Visual Requirements: include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Frequent physical effort including handling tools and equipment required.
• Frequently lift/push/pull up to 100 pounds.

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Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.