Now Hiring: Lead Day Shift Mechanic

Waste Connections, Inc.; Fife (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Waste Connections is seeking a Lead Day Shift Mechanic in Fife, WA. This leadership role involves guiding mechanics, ensuring operational excellence, and maintaining a safe work environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in heavy truck maintenance and leadership experience, contributing to team performance and safety protocols.

Benefits

Tool Allowance

Annual work boot voucher

Regular wage increases

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in heavy truck maintenance.
• Proficient with diagnostic software and basic computer skills.
• Class A or B CDL preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety observations and promote accountability.
• Guide daily operations, support mechanics, and ensure compliance.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and brake systems.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Tools

Cummins INSITE

Davie-4

Allison DOC

Detroit Diesel software

Job description

Murrey’s Disposal, aWaste Connectionscompany, is seeking aLead Day Shift Mechanicto join our team inFife, Washington. This is a keyleadership roledesigned to support professional development, team performance, and operational excellence. If you’re an experienced heavy truck mechanic who thrives in a hands-on environment and wants to lead by example, this is the opportunity for you.

Position Overview

• Job Title:Lead Day Shift Mechanic

• Location:Fife, WA

• Company:Murrey’s Disposal (Waste Connections)

• Job Type:Full-Time

• Schedule:Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Compensation

• Base Pay Range:$37.00 – $43.00+ per hour (based on experience and current wage)

• Lead Premium:+$1.00/hour

• Tool Allowance:$125/month

• Additional Perks:Annual work boot voucher, uniforms provided, stay-on bonuses, and regular wage increases

About the Role

TheLead Day Shift Mechanicis an essential leadership position responsible for maintaining the pulse of the shop floor. This role is about more than just repairs—it’s aboutservant leadership, team support, and ensuring the shop runs smoothly and safely. The Lead will guide daily operations, support mechanics, and ensure compliance with safety and maintenance standards.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Team Support & Oversight

  • Check in with all mechanics daily: assess needs, offer guidance, and assign tasks

  • Monitor road call mechanics: track locations, job status, and resource needs

  • Ensure dailyTailgate Talksoccur and are documented

  • Provide coaching and enforce company policies (e.g., Lock Out/Tag Out, PPE, Wheel Re-Torque)

  • Conduct safetyobservationsand promote a culture of accountability

• Workflow Management

  • Review and prioritize thedaily down list

  • Assign work based on fleet needs and mechanic availability

  • Ensure propershop coverageand staggered breaks/lunches

  • Oversee completion ofVehicle Condition Reports (VCRs)and work orders

  • Handledoor traffic repairsand assign work to self as needed

• Fleetwalk & Communication

  • Assist withFleetwalk inspectionsand ensure defects are addressed

  • Record alldoor traffic (DT)androad calls (RC)daily

  • Send end-of-shift summary emails detailing:

    • DT & RC activity

    • Trucks down

    • Repairs completed

    • Trucks needing night shift attention

Technical Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repairmechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and brake systems

• Use diagnostic tools:Cummins INSITE, Davie-4, Allison DOC, Detroit Diesel software

• Performpreventative maintenanceand general repairs

• ConductMIG weldingas needed

• Maintain aclean, safe, and OSHA-compliantwork environment

Qualifications

• Minimum3 years of experiencein heavy truck maintenance and repair

• Proficient withdiagnostic softwareand basic computer skills

• Must havepersonal tools and toolbox

• Ability to lift up to50 lbs unassistedand work in various physical positions

• Welding experienceis a plus

• Class A or B CDLpreferred but not required

• Strong communication and leadership skills

Safety-Sensitive Role

This is asafety-sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing adrug screen, background check, and motor vehicle record (MVR) review.

Why Join Waste Connections?

• Stable, year-round employment

• Competitive pay with leadership premium and overtime opportunities

• Full benefits package: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and more

• Career advancement in a company that valueslocal decision-making and employee development

• Be part of a team that prioritizessafety, integrity, and environmental responsibility

To be considered for any of our current openings, you must complete an application at www.careers.wasteconnections.com. Once you select your position of interest, you will find application information and additional instructions.

We offer excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, long-term and short-term disability insurance, life insurance, a 401 (k) retirement plan, and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future."

A link to our benefits overview can be found here: https://careers.wasteconnections.com/us/en/benefits

Waste Connections is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

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