Senior Diesel Mechanic

Rumpke Waste & Recycling; Ohio; On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Rumpke Waste & Recycling is seeking a skilled diesel/heavy truck technician for the Clark County Transfer facility in New Carlisle, OH. The role focuses on maintenance and repair of fleet vehicles per schedules and DVIRs, with safety and environmental compliance as a priority.

You will diagnose and repairs to diesel engines, hydraulic and electrical systems, perform road tests, and maintain accurate maintenance records. Preference for candidates with 5 years' experience and a HS diploma.

Qualifications

• 5 years: Experience performing repair and maintenance on heavy trucks and diesel engine vehicles, equipment, and related components.
• Advanced knowledge of truck components and systems.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude for vehicle maintenance and repair.
• Experience using repair manuals, wiring diagrams, hydraulic systems, diagnostics and schematics necessary to troubleshoot or repair vehicle or components.

Responsibilities

• Performs repairs and maintenance of fleet vehicles in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
• Diagnoses and troubleshoots mechanical issues and makes necessary repairs, or replacements.
• Road tests vehicles to diagnose problems or test repairs.
• Inspects, lubricates, and services vehicles and equipment.
• Maintains accurate records (time, maintenance orders, and parts usage).
• May travel for training purposes or business needs.

Skills

Drive service vehicles

Communication skills

Tool ownership

Computer literacy

Safety awareness

Education

General Education Diploma or better

High School or better

Tools

Repair manuals

Wiring diagrams

Diagnostics tools

Job description

RUM-Clark Co Transfer
Clark County Transfer | Clark County Transfer
3580 S Dayton Lakeview Rd
New Carlisle, OH 45344, USA

Description

Rumpke is a family owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people.

When you join Rumpke, you’ll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.

This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!

Responsibilities of Position:

• Performs repairs and maintenance of fleet vehicles in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
• Perform services and repairs to fleet vehicles per company maintenance schedules and/or from driver vehicle inspection reports (DVIR).
• Diagnoses and troubleshoots mechanical issues and makes necessary repairs, or replacements.
• Road tests vehicles to diagnose problems or test repairs.
• Inspects, lubricates, and services vehicles and equipment.
• Completes adjustments, repairs, and component replacements to vehicles, equipment, and related components.
• Checks, fills, and/or changes appropriate fluids for all vehicle parts and checks/changes filters.
• Inspects and/or repairs vehicle support systems, such as electrical, air, and brake systems.
• Identifies and performs repair to various components and operating systems on the vehicles, equipment, or related components.
• Performs roadside repairs and adjustments.
• Ensures all safety devices on vehicles are in good working order.
• Assists in training less experienced technicians with repairs, maintenance assignments, and adjustments.
• Performs required administrative duties, when necessary, parts requisitions, warranties, etc.
• Performs routine housekeeping duties related to tools, materials, shop, and work areas.
• May assist in other areas of the vehicle maintenance shop as needed.
• Maintains accurate records (time, maintenance orders, and parts usage) on computer/tablet.
• May be require to travel for training purposes or business needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:

• Ability to safely drive service vehicles and vehicles in and out of the service area, as well as a test drive.
• Good written and verbal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers.
• Must possess the necessary tools to perform assigned tasks.
• Familiarity with using a computer.
• Additional skills may be required to perform additional task(s) specific to work location, department, or line of business.

Physical Requirements in a Regular workday:

• Frequentlylifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 200lbs. Occasionally up to 75lbs.
• Continuously working outside in changing temperature, wet/humid conditions.
• Frequently working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, other airborne matter.
• Frequently sitting/standing/walking in office & landfill environment.

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:

• Possible exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas.
• Exposure to residential and commercial waste.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends and/or holidays.
• Ability to work flexible hours; expected to work nights and weekends as needed.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Valid driver’s license (if applicable).
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing.
• Must be able to read and speak the English language.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish a contract for employment and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke's policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

General Education Diploma or better.

High School or better.

Experience

Required

5 years:

Experience performing repair and maintenance on heavy trucks and diesel engine vehicles, equipment, and related components.

Advanced knowledge of truck components and systems.

Excellent mechanical aptitude for vehicle maintenance and repair.

Experience using repair manuals, wiring (electrical) diagrams, hydraulic systems, diagnostics and schematics necessary to troubleshoot or repair vehicle or components.

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