Heavy Equipment Diesel Technician (Yellow Iron)

Interstate Waste Services; Bound Brook Junction (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Interstate Waste Services in New Jersey is seeking a Yellow Iron Diesel Technician/Mechanic to diagnose, repair and maintain heavy equipment, including diesel trucks and engines. You will work with another mechanic on different shifts and participate in safety checks.

Applicants should have at least 5 years’ experience, a valid US driver’s license, English proficiency, and familiarity with DOT/OSHA standards. Tools provided by you; CDL a plus.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States.
• A valid driver's license is required. CDL a plus.
• At least 5 years of experience in job duties.
• Sanitation or construction industry experience a plus.
• Computer diagnostic experience as diesel technician a plus.
• Experience with troubleshooting/repairing DPF systems diagnostic software such as Premium Tech Tool (Mack), Allison transmission, Cummins, CAT, Peterbilt, and Paccar.
• Working knowledge of applicable DOT and OSHA standards and regulations.
• Must be able to speak and read English well enough to converse with colleagues, drivers and dispatch, and be able to make legible entries on reports and records.
• Must be able to meet the physical and safety requirements of the position.
• Must be able to provide own tools

Responsibilities

• Maintains advanced knowledge to diagnose and repair mechanical problems on heavy equipment.
• Performs repairs and assigned preventative maintenance services.
• Estimates time and material cost on vehicle repairs and requisition of new parts.
• Conduct safety checks on vehicles.
• Completes required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program associated with repairing vehicles, documenting part usage, and accounting for repair time.
• Reviews, completes, or assigns repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Company safety protocols and OSHA standards.
• This position will have no direct reports, however they will work in collaboration with the other yellow iron diesel mechanic on staff, although on different shifts.
• Assists Sr. Technicians in the completion of project work.

Skills

Diesel mechanics

English proficiency

Safety compliance (OSHA)

DOT regulations knowledge

Tools

Premium Tech Tool

Mack

Allison transmission

Cummins

CAT

Peterbilt

PACCAR

Job description

Interstate Waste Services in New Jersey is seeking a Yellow Iron Diesel Technician/Mechanic to diagnose, repair and maintain heavy equipment, including diesel trucks and engines. You will work with another mechanic on different shifts and participate in safety checks.

Applicants should have at least 5 years’ experience, a valid US driver’s license, English proficiency, and familiarity with DOT/OSHA standards. Tools provided by you; CDL a plus.