Mechanic

GFL Environmental; Sandstone (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 15 days

Tool allowance

Boot reimbursement

OT after 40hrs

401K after 6 months

Health benefits after 60 days

Job summary

GFL Environmental in Minnesota seeks a diesel technician to safely operate, repair, rebuild and maintain heavy duty trucks and equipment. You will work in a live shop environment with paid interviews and a pay scale up to $40/hr depending on experience and qualifications.

The role includes diagnosing issues, ordering parts, planning repairs and ensuring safety. Eligibility requires a high school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of diesel mechanic experience; and proficiency with diagnostic

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; technical diploma desired.
• Minimum of one year experience as a diesel mechanic.
• Experience using diagnostic software a plus.
• Must be computer literate and able to learn software systems.
• Must meet safety-sensitive criteria per Company standards.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair heavy duty diesel trucks and equipment.
• Maintain and repair heavy diesel, CNG, gas and electric equipment.
• Complete reports, work orders, order parts and perform daily admin duties.
• Plan and schedule repairs in M5 planner and procure parts.
• Assist in reviewing mechanical write-ups and coordinate repairs.
• Ensure safe working conditions and compliance with safety regulations.
• Utilize power and hand tools and maintain tools necessary for maintenance.
• Maintain a clean work area and follow company policies.
• Assist in training new employees and stay updated with tech training.
• Perform other duties as required by management.

Skills

Diesel mechanic

Diagnostic ability

Communication

Computer literacy

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical diploma

Tools

Diagnostic software

Power and hand tools

M5 planner

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.

Kick the tires on a new career!!

Try Before You Buy: Work side-by-side with experienced technicians in a live shop environment at Chester and get a true feel for the job. Paid interviews. Complete four paid 4-hour sessions to see if you truly like it, no commitment required. Starting Pay: up to $40/hr (Based on EXP/Qualifications).

Starting Shift: 1:45pm-12/12:30am M-F. Overtime after 40hrs worked.

Benefits

• 15 days of paid time off
• Monthly Tool Allowance of $150
• 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.

GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship

for this position. 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.