Mechanic

Veolia North America, LLC; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Sick leave

Holidays

Job summary

Veolia North America, LLC is seeking a Diesel Shop Assistant in Tacoma, WA. You will assist maintenance technicians with daily tasks, handle parts pickup and vehicle movements, and perform scheduled maintenance on equipment such as pumps, gearboxes, and trailers.

Qualifications include a High School diploma or GED, and CDL-A preferred; willingness to obtain if needed. The role requires physical labor, strong safety awareness, and the ability to work with limited supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CDL-A preferred; willing to obtain if not held.
• Maintenance knowledge in industrial electrical, pump repair, forklift and plumbing.
• Must be at least 18 years old; good communication and safety mindset.
• Physically capable of manual labor up to 40 lbs; able to learn and manage workload.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist maintenance technicians with day-to-day tasks.
• Pickup/drop-off parts and move vehicles between locations.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Maintain equipment, pumps, gearboxes, and prepare areas for work.
• Follow safety procedures and use appropriate PPE; basic welding as needed.

Skills

Maintenance knowledge

Industrial electrical

Pump repair

Forklift operation

Plumbing

Communication

Safety consciousness

Analytical skills

Learning ability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate degree (related field)

Tools

Welding equipment

Hydraulic/PTO knowledge

Job description

Company Description
Veolia has acquired Clean Earth. As Clean Earth completes its integration into Veolia, recruiting and hiring for this role is being managed in partnership with the Clean Earth talent acquisition team.

Company Description
Veolia has acquired Clean Earth. As Clean Earth completes its integration into Veolia, recruiting and hiring for this role is being managed in partnership with the Clean Earth talent acquisition team.
Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.
The Diesel Shop Assistant performs a variety of tasks to assist in all aspects of maintenance operations

Primary Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Assisting other maintenance technicians with day to day tasks
• Going to various locations to pick up or drop off parts for equipment
• Moving vehicles to and from other facilities for routine maintenance
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on equipment
• Perform maintenance on trailers, tractors, tankers and other various equipment
• Be able to rebuild/ Repair pumps and gearboxes
• Keep a clean and pristine work area at all times
• Wear proper PPE as required for the task being performed
• Have the ability to perform minor metal fabrication as needed on equipment
• Be able to utilize Welding equipment and use the appropriate PPE for the task.
• Able to follow directions, prioritize tasks, and work unsupervised at times.
• Utilizing a forklift in standard operations in the maintenance area.
• Have knowledge on hydraulic/PTO systems used on tractors/ Trailers.
• Performs other tasks as assigned
  

Qualifications
Basic Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Class A CDL (CDL-A) preferred; candidates without a CDL must be willing to obtain
• General knowledge in maintenance
• Strong knowledgeofindustrialelectric,pump repair, forkliftrepairs,and plumbing
• By law, you must be at least 18 years of age
• Good communication skills.
• Safety first mentality.
• Physically capable of manual labor and lifting, up to/exceeding 40 lbs
• Positive attitude.
• Not only a willingness, but ability to learn.
• Manage the workload that is put before you.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Requirements

• Associate degreefromatwo-year college or technical schoolinarelatedfield
• Knowledgeofhazardousmaterialhandling, and OSHA training.

The successful candidate will be required to pass a physical, drug test, and DEA background check.

Additional Information
Pay starting at $31.00 - $32.00 hourly
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, commencing no later than January 1, 2027, benefits package will include participation in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.
Sick leave – 24 hours; Observed Holidays – 2 floating days and 8 paid holiday; Vacation – 112 hours
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.