Vehicle Maintenance Mechanic

Clean Harbors; Illinois; On-site; USD 22,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 30 days

401K with company match

Tuition reimbursement

PPE provided

Paid time off

Company training

Job summary

Clean Harbors Bluff City, IL is seeking a Diesel Vehicle Mechanic to join a safety‑driven team. The role covers repairs and preventative maintenance for company fleet, ensuring compliance with DOT and safety standards.

Key benefits include health coverage after 30 days, 401K with company match, tuition reimbursement, and company‑provided PPE and uniforms. Opportunity for wage increases after 90 days and growth across the organization.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ year experience with heavy-duty trucks and equipment.
• DOT inspection experience preferred.
• Must provide own basic tools.
• Related mechanical certifications preferred (not required).

Responsibilities

• Prioritize health and safety by following all safe work practices and policies.
• Move company equipment safely on yard as needed.
• Assist drivers with addressing outstanding vehicle issues.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks and inspections on company vehicles and equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment, vehicles, and machinery.
• Complete daily checklist as required.
• Ensure equipment is properly parked/secured in compliance with facility permit and DOT requirements.
• Maintain facility via housekeeping duties.
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned by management.

Skills

Teamwork

Heavy vehicle maintenance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic tools

Job description

Clean Harbors Bluff City, IL is looking for a Diesel Vehicle Mechanic to join their safety conscious team! This position will be responsible for the repairs and preventative maintenance of all company owned fleet.

Why work for Clean Harbors?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
• Competitive wages
• Opportunity for increase after 90 days!!!
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
• Group 401K/RRSP with company matching component
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
• Access to company paid OEM certifications and trainings!
• Generous paid time off!
• Company paid training!
• Tuition reimbursement!
• Company provided uniforms and PPE!
• State of the art facilities, technology, and tooling

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensuring that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and acting in a safe manner at all times;
• Move company equipment safely on yard as needed;
• Assist drivers with addressing outstanding vehicle issues;
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks and inspections on company vehicles and equipment;
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment, vehicles, and machinery;
• Complete daily checklist as required
• Assure that Equipment is properly parked/secured in compliance with facility permit and DOT requirements.
• Maintain facility via housekeeping duties
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned from time to time by management and will be required by the needs of the Clean Harbors business.

QUALIFICATIONS

What does it take to work for Clean Harbors?

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to work in a team environment
• 1+ years prior experience working on heavy duty-trucks and equipment.
• 1+ years DOT inspection experience required.
• Must provide own basic tools
• Related mechanical certifications preferred (not required)
• Ability to pass a background, drug, and physical test upon hire

40-years of sustainability in action.

At Clean Harbors, our mission is to create a safer, cleaner environment through the treatment, recycling, and disposal of hazardous materials. Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology - come be part of the solution with us.

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail] or 1-844-922-5547.

Clean Harbors and its subsidiaries are a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.

Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

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Job Identification: 168564

Category: Fleet & Asset Management

Posting Date: 2026-11-06

Job Schedule: Full time

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Job Function: Diesel, Truck & Heavy Equipment Mechanics

Locations: 1 N. County 2 Highway

Pay Range: 15.63 - 41.54 Hourly