Lead Vehicle Mechanic

Clean Harbors, Inc.; Weymouth (MA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 82,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K plan

Raise after 90 days

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

OEM certifications

Uniforms & PPE

Training programs

Career growth

Modern facilities

Job summary

Clean Harbors, located in Weymouth, MA, is seeking a Lead Diesel Mechanic to oversee daily shop operations, supervise maintenance work, and ensure DOT compliance while maintaining service and parts records.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and road service calls as needed; the role requires strong teamwork, a broad diesel systems skillset, and adherence to safety standards. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities provided.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of diesel engine experience.
• 1+ years DOT inspection experience.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Proficiency with electrical, ECMs, fuel and air systems, ABS, hydraulics, and engines.
• Proficiency in diagnostic, repair and maintenance of heavy equipment (forklifts, roll-off trucks, pickups, box trucks, tractors, tankers).
• Proficiency with tooling and equipment diagnostics and maintenance.
• Ability to pass background, drug and physical tests at hire.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize health and safety as the top priority in all tasks.
• Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, diagnose failures, and repair; including offsite road service calls.
• Complete daily checklists to ensure proper unit operation.
• Ensure daily maintenance tasks are performed and report issues immediately.
• Submit paperwork for PM schedules and record-keeping.
• Conduct Safety Checks and Annual Vehicle Inspections per laws.
• Ensure equipment is parked per permits and DOT requirements.
• Follow Health and Safety SOPs and ensure a clean work environment.
• Perform other assignments as directed by management.
• Understand Clean Compliance Standard.

Skills

Diesel engines

DOT inspections

Driver's license

Team player

Electrical & ECMs

Hydraulic systems

Heavy equipment knowledge

Diagnostics & repair

Job description

Clean Harbors LOCATION is looking for a Lead Diesel Mechanic to join their safety conscious team! The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop, which include supervising all maintenance work, assuring company fleet is within DOT compliance, as well as maintaining all service and parts records.

Why work for Clean Harbors?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
• Competitive wages;
• Opportunity for increase after 90 days!!!
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
• Group 401K/RRSP with company matching component
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
• Access to company paid OEM certifications and trainings!
• Generous paid time off!
• Company paid training!
• Tuition reimbursement!
• Company provided uniforms and PPE!
• State of the art facilities, technology, and tooling

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensuring that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and acting in a safe manner at all times;
• Performs preventative maintenance, conducts inspections, troubleshoots, diagnoses failures & deficiencies & performs necessary corrections. This includes conducting offsite road repairs/service calls.
• Completes daily checklist as required for proper operation of the unit being operated.
• Assures unit has daily maintenance duties performed and communicates any problems or issues with the unit immediately upon discovery
• Completes and submits all associated paperwork as required for tracking PM schedules.
• Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
• Assures that Equipment is properly parked in compliance with facility permit and DOT requirements.
• Ensures that work meets all applicable Health and Safety Standard Operating Procedures.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean work environment.
• Performs other assignments as assigned by management.
• Understands Clean Compliance Standard.

QUALIFICATIONS

What does it take to work for Clean Harbors?

• 5-7 years of diesel engine experience.
• 1+ years DOT inspection experience required.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to work in team environment.
• Must be versed in all aspects e.g. electrical, computer, ECMs, fuel, air systems, ABS, hydraulic systems, engines etc.
• Demonstrates complete proficiency in diagnostic, repair, and maintenance of the following units: heavy duty forklift, roll off truck, forklifts, pick up trucks, box trucks, tractors, and tankers.
• Demonstrates complete proficiency in tooling and equipment diagnostic, repair, and maintenance.
• Ability to pass a background, drug, and physical test upon hire.

40-years of sustainability in action.

At Clean Harbors, our mission is to create a safer, cleaner environment through the treatment, recycling, and disposal of hazardous materials. Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology - come be part of the solution with us.

Join our safety focused team today!

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail] or 1-844-922-5547.

Clean Harbors and its subsidiaries are a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Category: Fleet & Asset Management

Job Schedule: Full time

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Job Function: Diesel, Truck & Heavy Equipment Mechanics

Locations: 607/609 Pleasant Street

Pay Range: $21.56 - $61.42 Hourly