Preventative Maintenance Technician

Walter's Recycling and Refuse, Inc. in; Blaine (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401K with Employer Match

Shift differential

Paid Time Off and holidays

Company Paid Life Insurance

Job summary

Walters Recycling & Refuse is seeking a Preventive Maintenance Technician on 2nd shift (3:00 PM-12:00 AM) to service our fleet of diesel and CNG waste collection vehicles and equipment, ensuring safety and reliability.

This safety-sensitive role requires a DOT health card and a valid Minnesota Driver's License; pre-employment drug screen is required. Compensation ranges from $25.50 to $29.50 per hour plus a $2 shift differential, with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older and able to work in the US.
• Currently enrolled in a diesel program or have 2 years of automotive experience.
• Familiarity with larger vehicles and mechanical aptitude.
• Desire to be a diesel mechanic and reliable.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must meet Walters driver qualification standards.

Responsibilities

• Keep the work area clean and safe and follow safety policies.
• Perform preventive maintenance on the fleet of vehicles and equipment.
• Inspect diesel and CNG powered trucks and equipment.
• Meet or exceed productivity and schedule compliance goals; may drive test routes.
• Work within estimated repair times and complete company trainings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Desire to be a diesel mechanic

Familiarity with larger vehicles

Driver qualifications standards

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2 years automotive field experience or enrolled in a diesel program

Job description

Preventative Maintenance Technician (Maintenance)

Walters Recycling & Refuse is hiring for a
Preventative Maintenance Technician
2nd Shift: 3:00 PM-12:00 AM
$25.50-$29.50/ Hour
$2 shift differential.
Positions Available with the Best Trash Hauler in MN!
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About Us

Walters is the premier environmental services provider in the Twin Cities metropolitan area providing waste and recycling collection to the public and private sectors since 1988. We are the largest family owned and operated waste and recycling provider in Minnesota providing over 100,000 services each week with a fleet fueled by both diesel and compressed natural gas (CNG).

Job Summary

As a Preventive Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for servicing and maintaining our fleet of diesel and compressed natural gas (CNG) waste collections vehicles and equipment while providing outstanding service to our customers, both internal and external.
This position is Safety Sensitive. It requires drug and alcohol testing in compliance with 49 CFR part 382, this includes marijuana. This position also requires an active DOT health card. To get a DOT health card, candidates must have a valid Minnesota Drivers License.

Primary Job Duties

• Keep the work area clean and safe and adhere to all safety policies at all times.
• Perform preventive maintenance on our entire fleet of vehicles and other equipment, as well as minor corrective maintenance.
• Inspect diesel and CNG powered trucks, as well as other equipment within our fleet.
• Meet or exceed mechanic productivity goals as well as schedule compliance goals (If qualified, will need to satisfy Walters driver qualification standards) May perform test drives, as needed.
• Perform all work within the Estimated Repair Times (ERT)
• Complete applicable Company training programs
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• 18 years of age or older & eligible to work in the US
• Currently enrolled in a diesel program, or have 2 years of experience in an Automotive field
• Familiarity with larger vehicles
• Mechanical aptitude
• Desire to be a diesel mechanic
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have Valid Driver's License
• Must meet Driver qualifications standards set by Walters Recycling & Refuse

Physical Requirements

• Lifting to 50 lbs. Motor coordination with finger dexterity, exposure to chemicals, and physical environment with dirt, odors, noise, and weather extremes.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen, DOT health evaluation, and physical assessment
• This is a safety-sensitive position subject to drug testing requirements in compliance with 49 CFR Part 382, this does include marijuana testing.

Benefits

• State-of-the-art onboard routing software, industry-leading safety training, driver recognition program, uniforms, and boot allowance.
• Competitive wages - Based on Experience
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• EAP-Employee Assistance Program
• HSA Employer Contributions
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary Benefits; Additional Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accidental
• Legalshield/ID Shield
• 401K with Employer Match
• 10 days Paid Time Off (PTO) and 6 days of ESST
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Free Trash pickup within the Service area.

Walters Recycling and Refuse Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.This range is generally the minimum and maximum salary or hourly pay for this position at the time of posting for this Job. Any questions you may have about this range, please reach out to HR.