Mechanic

TAS Environmental Services; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

TAS Environmental Services is seeking a mechanic to perform truck repairs and maintenance in New York. Ideal candidates should have a minimum of 2 years of experience, valid Class B driver's license, and mechanical tools. Responsibilities include vehicle inspections, conducting repairs, and maintaining parts inventory. Competitive benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, and paid time off. Weekend rotations are required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to have weekend rotations.
• TWIC card preferred.
• ASE Diesel Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and analyze diagnostic testing and perform repairs.
• Conduct regular maintenance, including inspections and oil changes.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs performed.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Team collaboration

Education

2 years of experience in diesel mechanic

Valid Class B driver's license

Tools

Mechanical tools

Job description

Job Summary

As a mechanic, your role is influential to the organization’s ability to keep communities safe and clean. You will perform maintenance work and truck repairs in accordance with factory and industry standards. You will run diagnostics on vehicles, communicate and work closely with team members to meet company goals.

Key Competencies

• Good problem‑solving skills to address unexpected issues
• Desire to work as a team, while helping and interacting respectfully with each other

Responsibilities

• General inspection of vehicles, trailers, equipment; run and analyze diagnostic testing; minor and major repairs on trucks and trailers.
• Conduct regular preventative maintenance on service trucks, including inspections, tire rotations and oil changes.
• Knowledge and understanding of ABS systems, suspension, steering, leaks, wheel alignment and balancing, electrical systems.
• Inspect and replace bearings, lights, brakes, coolant.
• Maintain parts inventory; request purchase orders for ordering of parts and necessary items.
• Collaborate with team in diagnosing problems with vehicles and plan repairs.
• Maintain accurate records of each repair performed on vehicles.
• Coordinate with external repair shops.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to have weekend rotations.
• Must have mechanical tools.

Education and Certifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience, preferably in diesel mechanic.
• Valid Class B driver’s license; Class A is a plus.
• TWIC card preferred.
• ASE Diesel Certification preferred.

Physical and Mental Requirements

Must be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, and climb. Must frequently lift or move items up to 50 pounds. Must climb stairs and ladders and may occasionally deal with heights. Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills, ability to present facts, and written communication. Must work in both office and physical jobsite settings; confined spaces when needed. Must wear personal protective equipment, including respiratory protection.

EEO Statement

TAS Environmental Services provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits

Competitive benefits for full‑time employees include health, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, holidays, floating holidays, employee assistance program, mental health support, supplemental benefits, professional development and team building events.