Heavy Diesel Fleet Mechanic

@ Waste Connections

Heavy Diesel Fleet Mechanic

Meridian, ID

Posted 3 days ago

About the job

Hardin Sanitation, part of Waste Connections, is hiring a Diesel Mechanic to maintain and repair diesel trucks, offering career growth, benefits, and a stable work environment.

Requirements

Experience in heavy truck maintenance
Valid Driver’s License and clean record
Own personal tools
Class B CDL or ability to obtain
Proficiency in diagnostics

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Physical ability for strenuous work
Ability to read technical info
Strong diagnostic skills
Team player and safety conscious

Full job description

Hardin Sanitation, a trusted Waste Connections company, is looking for a skilled and motivated Diesel Mechanic to keep our fleet running strong. If you're a hands-on problem-solver who takes pride in quality work and wants a stable, long-term opportunity in Meridian, ID, we want to hear from you!

Schedule: Monday – Friday | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Occasional Overtime & Saturdays

Competitive Compensation:

Starting pay at $26+/hr (DOE) with regular increases

Annual Safety Bonus $$
Monthly Tool Allowance $$
Generous Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
Customizable Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Wellness Programs, and more
401(k) with Company Match
Company-Paid Life Insurance
Career Growth: We promote from within—mechanics can grow into lead, supervisor, or shop manager roles

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Inspects and repairs vehicles with diesel engines
Handles routine repairs, including oil and tire changes along with minor and major repairs from A/C, hydraulics, electrical, welding, engine replacement, transmissions, etc.
Interprets diagnostic test results accurately
Writes detailed inspection reports and repair plans in our system
Collaborates with other diesel mechanics
Completes test drives to make sure the vehicle runs correctly
Uses power, machine, and hand tools safely
Communicate with drivers for issues in morning and afternoon
Reviews, completes or assigns repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports
Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards
Follows all Waste Connections repair shop regulations and standards

REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Driver’s License with a Clean Driving Record (Required)
Experience in heavy truck equipment maintenance and repair
Provide personal tools.
Class B CDL OR the ability to obtain one within 90 days of employment if required.
Proficiency in vehicle and equipment diagnosis and repair.
Ability to read and comprehend service and technical information in English.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.
Back, leg, arm and shoulder strength required to safely climb in, on and around vehicles to inspect and repair.
Ability to work in awkward, tight, or restricted spaces for extended periods of time; Requires the ability to sit, bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, crawl, and be able to get up and down from a supine position.
Work environment involves some exposure to physical risks such as moving mechanical parts which require following basic safety precautions.
The employee is exposed to outside weather, including frequent wet and/or humid conditions, as well as exposure to fumes and vibration. Noise level is usually moderate.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Candidates for employment must meet position requirements and successfully pass post offer employment examinations including:

• Background Check

• MVR Check (Clean driving record)

• Drug screen

***If applying through Indeed or other 3rd party website;

To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application directly through our website: www.wasteconnections.com

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

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