Senior Diesel Mechanic

WM (Waste Management); Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tool allowance

Boot allowance

Healthcare coverage (medical, dental,

Job summary

WM (Waste Management) is seeking a Senior Diesel Mechanic in Gaithersburg, MD. You will service and repair trucks and equipment, ensuring safe, reliable operation for a large customer base across the USA.

Start with a competitive hourly wage and access to broad benefits, including tool and boot allowances, medical/dental/vision coverage, tuition scholarships, and a 401(k) plan. The role features Monday–Friday shifts, 3:30am–12:00pm, with stable hours and a shop-based setting at the Gaithersburg

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant work experience.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Be over 18 years of age.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on a wide range of vehicles and equipment.
• Estimates time and material costs on vehicle repairs and new parts.
• Perform your work within our Standard Labor Repair Times (SRTs).
• Respond to service calls for emergency breakdowns.
• Safety checks on vehicles – the safety of every employee and the community is the priority.
• Complete required paperwork, documenting parts usage and repair times.
• Assisting other Mechanics in the completion of project work.
• Reviews, completes, or assigns repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.

Skills

4+ years experience

Valid driver’s license

18+ years old

Legally eligible to work in the United

Job description

Senior Diesel Mechanic

Are you seeking a safer work environment as a mechanic? Is your family's financial security important to you? Aspiring to advance in your mechanic career? Searching for a company that prioritizes its employees' well-being? If this speaks to you, then WM might be the place for your next career move. Career progression, stability for your family, and a safe environment to work. That's what you get as a Senior Diesel Mechanic at WM - and more.

The pay and benefits you'll get as a Senior Diesel Mechanic:

• Starting salary of $26.13 - $39.19.00 per hour depending on experience
• Stable hours for your financial stability
• Tool allowance
• Boot allowance
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including dental, vision and prescription coverage.
• Paid tuition and scholarships for you and your dependents
• Company-matched 401(k)
• Adoption assistance and parent support

These are just a few of our comprehensive benefits for a Senior Diesel Mechanic. Whether you are planning on building or expanding your family or looking for the next step in your career - WM is there, helping build the best and total you.

The hours and location you'll work in as a Senior Diesel Mechanic with WM:

• Monday - Friday every week.
• Start at 3:30am-12pm.
• We're committed to offering you stable hours for the financial security and work-life balance you need.
• The normal setting for this job is a repair/maintenance shop at our Gaithersburg, MD hauling site.

What you'll be doing as a Senior Diesel Mechanic at WM:

Each day you'll fix the trucks and equipment that service over 20 million customers across the USA. As a Senior Diesel Mechanic you can take pride in watching a truck roll out of the shop, knowing your local community will be supported by your hard work. Our mechanics take their careers to the next level by working on equipment that requires a high level of skill - and determination. You'll be using modern tools and procedures to deliver exceptional maintenance on both diesel equipment and, at some locations, on our growing fleet of CNG trucks.

Responsibilities:

• Inspect, diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on a wide range of vehicles and equipment.
• Estimates time and material costs on vehicle repairs and new parts.
• Perform your work within our Standard Labor Repair Times (SRTs).
• Respond to service calls for emergency breakdowns.
• Safety checks on vehicles - the safety of every single employee and the people in our communities is our number one priority
• Complete required paperwork, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
• Assisting other Mechanics in the completion of project work.
• Reviews, completes, or assigns repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate / OSHA Standards and perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures.

What do you need to be considered for the role of Senior Diesel Mechanic?

• 4 years of relevant work experience
• A valid drivers license, with a clean driving record
• Be over 18 years of age.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Successfully complete and pass pre-employment drug screen and physical.

The kind of people who thrive in our teams:

• Team players who care about everyone in the shop
• Happy working independently and as part of a team
• Likes variety - every day provides a new challenge
• Determined problem solvers.

Work environment and physical demands

• Required to exert physical effort that will include but is not limited to frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, and climbing; Constantly standing, walking, and grasping; Occasionally: sitting and balancing
• Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.) often;
• Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements often;
• This job operates in both inside garage, shop or gas plant conditions as well as in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity.

Pay

The expected base pay range for this position across the U. S is $26.13- $39.19. This range represents a good‑faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's relevant experience, education, training, certification, qualification, and work location.