Technician - Jackson

Waste-Pro; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Waste-Pro in Jackson, MS is seeking an Advanced Technician to diagnose and repair a range of heavy and light duty fleet trucks, including diesel, gasoline, and CNG systems.

You will work with factory service manuals, perform safety checks, document findings, and support teammates in a safety-conscious environment. The role requires staying current with technology and OSHA standards, with normal indoor/outdoor work and physical demands.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands-on technical experience in maintenance and repair of medium duty class 8 vehicles
• Experience in waste/recycling industry preferred
• Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements for vehicle fleets
• Ability to utilize vehicle diagnostics equipment and manuals
• CDL Class B preferred or the ability to obtain
• Capable of working safely in hazardous environments

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair fleet vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain and repair Mack, IHC, Autocar, Heil, McNeilus vehicles.
• Support coworkers to work safely and efficiently.
• Complete paperwork timely and concisely.
• Follow safety policies and maintain a clean work area.
• Utilize vehicle computer systems to interpret failure modes.

Skills

Drive Train Inspections

Diagnostics & Repair

Engine Inspection

Transmission Repair

Safety Compliance

Team Leadership

CDL Class B

ASE Certifications

Fleet Maintenance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Advanced knowledge and ability to diagnose and repair engine, transmission, brake, suspension, electrical, hydraulic, body components and systems related to heavy duty and light duty trucks. This may include gasoline, diesel and CNG systems. May include welding and fabrication.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the A Technician will be responsible for diagnostics related to a fleet of refuse and recycling vehicles.
• Maintenance and repair of all aspects of Mack, IHC, Autocar, Heil, McNeilus vehicles and equipment.
• Support of coworkers in working safely and efficiently in the maintenance and repair of fleet of vehicles and equipment.
• Completes all required paperwork in a timely and concise manner.
• Follows all safety policies and procedures
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.
• Utilizes vehicle computer electronics systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs.
• Conducts safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
• Conducts repairs utilizing Factory Service Manuals.
• Maintain high standard of Ethics and Dependability.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to provide Drive Train Inspections, Diagnosis and Repair
• Ability to provide General Engine Inspection, Diagnosis and Repair
• Ability to provide Transmission Inspection, Diagnosis and Repair
• Ability to Perform Outside Repair Inspection Review
• Ability to Assess Structural Damage and assign needed repairs
• Ability to Provide assistance, guidance and direction to all shop technicians
• CDL Class B preferred or the ability to obtain a CDL license
• Ability to obtain 7 ASE Certifications or equivalent within 36 months
• 3-5 years of hands on technical experience in the maintenance and repair of medium duty class 8 vehicles and equipment. Preferably with waste/recycling industry experience
• Clear understanding of OSHA safety requirements for vehicle fleets Ability to utilize computers for data tracking, communication etc. (dossier, Microsoft office).

CDL Required

No CDL Required

OTHER JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Employees in this job classification must attend and participate in corporation sponsored training courses as assigned.
• Employees in this job classification are responsible for keeping up to date on current technology, as job appropriate, being used by Waste Pro.
• Any additional job duties that may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Special Considerations/Physical Work Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Exposure to chemical and residential waste.
• Walking, Jogging, Twisting, Crouching, Lifting
• Sufficient stamina for steady work pace throughout the day
• Able to utilize all Personal Protective Equipment as mandated by company
• Physically able to get up and down from the cab of a commercial motor vehicle between 50 and 100 times a day
• Physically able to lift 50 to 75 pounds from the floor to waist height unassisted
• Physically able to lift 50 pounds from the floor to shoulder height unassisted
• Physically able to lift 50 pounds form the floor to overhead unassisted
• Physically able to push and pull 50 pounds unassisted
• Physically able to frequently (100-200 times) bend at the knees and waist
• Physically able to frequently (100-200 times) reach over your head or reach out with extended arms to perform work
• Physically able to frequently (100-200 times) twist at the waist to perform work
• Physically able to work in extreme temperatures and weather environments (road calls)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Normal setting for this job is: Inside and Outside with occasional exposure to extreme weather conditions.

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Information on race, gender and national origin will only be used for statistical and recordkeeping purposes, and will not be used in making any employment decisions. All information provided will be kept separate from your expression of interest. Providing this information is strictly voluntary, and you will not be subjected to any adverse action or treatment if you choose not to provide this information. If you do not choose to answer these questions, we ask that you select "Decline to Identify" for each question. Thank you for your voluntary cooperation.