Mechanic

GFL Environmental; Kingsford (MI); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 85,962,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 days PTO

Tool allowance (quarterly)

Boot reimbursement (annual)

401K after 6 months

Health benefits after 60 days

Overtime after 40 hrs

Job summary

GFL Environmental in Kingsford, MI is hiring a diesel mechanic to safely operate, repair and maintain heavy duty trucks and equipment. The role emphasizes hands-on work with tools, adherence to safety guidelines and timely completion of repairs.

Starting pay up to $30 per hour with sign-on bonuses and benefits including PTO, tool allowance, boot reimbursement and a 401(k) plan after six months. OT after 40 hours, health benefits after 60 days, on-site work, and opportunities to advance through

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED; technical diploma preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of diesel mechanic experience.
• Experience with diagnostic software is a plus.
• Must be computer literate and willing to learn new software.
• Must meet safety criteria as per Company standards.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair heavy duty diesel trucks and equipment.
• Maintain and repair diesel, CNG, gas and electrically operated equipment.
• Complete reports and work orders; order parts daily.
• Plan and schedule repairs in planner and procure parts.
• Assist in reviewing mechanical write-ups and repair schedules.
• Ensure safe working conditions and compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Diesel mechanic experience

Diagnostics

Computer literacy

Safety conscience

Teamwork

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic software

Job description

Safely operate, repair, rebuild and perform maintenance on Company owned or leased heavy duty diesel trucks and equipment including rolling stock to ensure its ability to operate safely

$2500 Sign On! $500 upon hire. $1K after 6 months of employment. $1K after year of employment

Starting Pay: up to $30/hr (Will Increase Based on EXP/Qualifications)

Starting Shift: 2pm start time, expect 8-12hr shifts M-F. Getting out earlier on Fridays. Saturdays on call as needed-would be day shift on those days. OT after 40hrs worked!

Benefits

• 15 days of paid time off
• Quarterly Tool Allowance
• Annual Boot Reimbursement
• Overtime after 40hrs worked
• 401K after 6 months employment
• Health Benefits after 60 days

This is a boots on the ground, tool in hand position!

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair operational difficulties with heavy duty diesel 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

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); technical diploma desired.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience as a diesel 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.

Working Conditions

• Frequently exposed to loud noise, humidity, hot and cold weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, vibration, toxic and caustic chemicals, fumes and airborne particles.
• Occasionally work in high precarious places.
• Work environment is usually loud.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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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.