Diesel Mechanic

$58,240 - $62,400/Yr

Waste Connections - North Bend, OR

Full-time - Entry Level

North Bend, OR

Waste Management and Remediation Services

About the position

The Diesel Mechanic position at Waste Connections involves performing repairs and preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment. The role requires a strong understanding of vehicle systems and the ability to work both indoors and outdoors in various conditions. The company values energetic individuals who can contribute to a dynamic team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and assigned preventative maintenance services.
• Conduct inspections, diagnosis, and repair of electrical, hydraulics, suspension, brake, and air systems on vehicles and equipment.
• Utilize vehicle computer electronic systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs.
• Complete required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
• Review, complete, or assign repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
• Conduct safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
• Perform service calls for emergency breakdowns.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.

Requirements

• Valid Class B CDL with air brakes endorsement preferred or the ability to obtain in the future required.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English.
• Minimum 1 year of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Must provide own personal tools.
• Welding/fabrication experience is a huge plus.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with vehicle computer electronic systems.
• Ability to work in awkward or tight positions.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Long term disability
• Short term disability
• Life insurance
• 401K retirement
• Unlimited opportunities for career growth.