Maintenance Technician B Lafayette , LA

wasteprocareers; Broussard (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Tool allowance

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k plan

Disability insurance

Vacation time

Holidays

Sick time

Job summary

Waste Pro of Louisiana is seeking a Maintenance Technician to diagnose and repair engines, transmissions, brakes, suspensions, electrical and hydraulic systems on heavy and light trucks. Experience with gasoline, diesel, and CNG systems is valued, with welding/fabrication possible.

The role includes opportunities to work with a team on advanced trucks from major brands, plus a sign-on bonus and ongoing career development. Health and retirement benefits support its technicians.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of suspension inspections, diagnosis and repair.
• Knowledge of brake system inspections, diagnosis and repair.
• Knowledge of electrical system inspection, diagnosis and repair.
• Knowledge of hydraulic system inspection, diagnosis and repair.
• Proficient in using diagnostic tools and interpreting service manuals.
• Ability to estimate time and material required for repairs.
• Guide and assist assistant technicians and shop helpers.
• CDL Class B preferred within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose mechanical problems and perform repairs to maximize safe operations.
• Communicate issues with managers/drivers and discuss preventive techniques.
• Complete required paperwork in a timely, concise manner.
• Follow safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area per OSHA standards.
• Use vehicle computer systems to interpret failure modes for repairs.
• Conduct safety checks on vehicles/equipment.
• Utilize Factory Service Manuals for repairs.
• Conduct safety checks and ensure quality work.
• Maintain high ethics and dependability.

Skills

Suspension inspections

Brake system inspections

Electrical system inspection

Hydraulic system inspection

Diagnostic tools usage

Time/material estimation

Mentoring assistants

CDL Class B (preferred)

Job description

WASTE PRO OF LOUSIANA HAS AN AMAZING MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN OPPORTUNITY WITH A SIGN ON BONUS ...

Everyday thousands of Waste Pro trucks serve millions of customers. It takes professional, experienced, hardworking and dedicated people, working together, to accomplish this task. Work with the brightest people in the industry on some of the finest trucks built including Mack, Freightliner, Peterbilt, McNeilus, and Heil to name a few. Never get bored while you work on diesel trucks and our alternative fuel source fleets to include CNG, LPG and Hybrid. If you are energetic, team oriented and love a challenge be the Distinguishable Difference!

Waste Pro offers a comprehensive pay range based on proven skills & capability.

We believe people make the difference and are committed to helping our best become even better. Waste Pro supports your pursuit of ASE Certification through fee reimbursement, increase(s) in compensation, and a Master Technician Achievement Bonus! To assist in your career development, Waste Pro Technicians are eligible to receive a monthly tool allowance of up to $80.00 per month !

Our benefits package includes Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance; a 401k Plan, Disability Insurance; Vacation, Holiday and Sick Time.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Knowledge and ability to diagnose and repair engine, transmission, brake, suspension, electrical, hydraulic, body components and systems related to heavy duty and light duty trucks. This may include gasoline, diesel and CNG systems. May include welding and fabrication.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• 1. Diagnoses mechanical problems and performs repairs and maintenance on all equipment to maximize safe and productive operations. Reviews and completes repairs identified on DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report) and/or repair orders.
• 2. Communicates with managers/drivers as to issues with vehicles and discusses preventive techniques that minimize future repairs.
• 3. Completes all required paperwork in a timely and concise manner.
• 4. Follows all safety policies and procedures
• 5. Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.
• 6. Utilizes vehicle computer electronics systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs.
• 7. Conducts safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
• 8. Conducts repairs utilizing Factory Service Manuals.
• 9. Conducts safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
• 10. Maintain high standard of Ethics and Dependability.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• * Knowledge of Suspension Inspections, Diagnosis and Repair
• * Knowledge of Brake System Inspections, Diagnosis and Repair
• * Knowledge of Electrical System Inspection, Diagnosis and Repair
• * Knowledge of Hydraulic System Inspection, Diagnosis and Repair
• * Proficient in the use of Diagnostic tools with the ability to interpret and make repairs from Service Manuals
• * Ability to complete work within Suggested Repair Times (SRTs) and the ability to estimate time and material required for repairs
• * Knowledge to provide assistance and guidance to Assistant Technicians and Shop Helpers.
• * CDL Class B (preferred within 12 months)

OTHER JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• * Employees in this job classification must attend and participate in corporation sponsored training courses as assigned.
• * Employees in this job classification are responsible for keeping up to date on current technology, as job appropriate, being used by Waste Pro.
• * Any additional job duties that may be assigned by the Supervisor

Special Considerations/Physical Work Requirements:

• * Exposure to chemical and residential waste.
• * Walking, Jogging, Twisting, Crouching, Lifting
• * Sufficient stamina for steady work pace throughout the day
• * Able to utilize all Personal Protective Equipment as mandated by company
• * Physically able to get up and down from the cab of a commercial motor vehicle between 50 and 100 times a day
• * Physically able to lift 50 to 75 pounds from the floor to waist height unassisted
• * Physically able to lift 50 pounds from the floor to shoulder height unassisted
• * Physically able to lift 50 pounds form the floor to overhead unassisted
• * Physically able to push and pull 50 pounds unassisted
• * Physically able to frequently (100-200 times) bend at the knees and waist
• * Physically able to frequently (100-200 times) reach over your head or reach out with extended arms to perform work
• * Physically able to frequently (100-200 times) twist at the waist to perform work
• * Physically able to work in extreme temperatures and weather environments (road calls).

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• * Normal setting for this job is: Inside and Outside with occasional exposure to extreme weather conditions.