Mechanic

Meridian Waste; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Meridian Waste in Raleigh, NC is seeking a skilled Mechanic to ensure the maintenance and repair of waste pick-up trucks and support equipment. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of Diesel Mechanic experience, alongside proper certifications and skills for detailed inspections and repairs.

This role involves working in a shop environment where you will perform both minor and major repairs as per industry standards, ensuring all vehicles meet safety regulations. Attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Diesel Mechanic.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong reading and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and maintenance on waste pick-up trucks.
• Conduct inspections and diagnostic tests to determine vehicle condition.
• Complete preventive maintenance schedules on service trucks.

Skills

Diesel Mechanic experience

Attention to detail

Ability to lift up to 100 pounds

Multi-tasking

Problem diagnosis

Education

ASE Diesel Certification

Job description

Description

The Mechanic is responsible for adhering to our level of commitment to safety and customer service. In this role, the successful candidate will perform repairs and maintenance work on waste pick-up trucks and support equipment in accordance with factory and industry standards, run diagnostics on trucks and work closely with other team members to meet company goals.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Determines vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts.
• Perform minor and major repairs on waste pick- up trucks and support equipment.
• Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; controlling corrosion; completing winterization procedures.
• Conduct regular preventative maintenance on service trucks, including inspection, tire rotation and oil changes.
• Corrects vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems such as power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics; completes machine shop operations; making adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.
• Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems.
• Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.
• Maintains vehicle appearance by cleaning, washing, and painting.
• Maintains accurate vehicle records by annotating services and repairs.
• Collaborate with repair team to diagnose problems with vehicles and plan repairs.
• Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.
• Contains costs by using warranty; evaluating service and parts options.
• Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications.
• Enhances maintenance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Follow and comply with all safety policies.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience as a Diesel Mechanic
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds
• Excellent reading and writing skillsASE Diesel Certification an asset
• ASE Diesel Certification preferred
• Must be able to multi-task and have an attention to detail.
• Must have the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Great attention to detail.

Physical Demands

Light lifting (50-100 pounds), Shop Environment

Work Environment

Warehouse/ Shop Environment

Additional Information

In addition to the above, the performance of other related duties may be required.