Waste Connections, Inc. is Hiring a Diesel Mechanic. We have an immediate opening for a high-energy Diesel Mechanic to join our team at the
Opa Locka, FLfacility. Previous waste experience is a huge plus.
This position is night shift, from 2 PM- 12 AM, Monday to Friday, with every other Saturday.
Pay: $30+/hr DOE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:- Perform repairs and assigned preventative maintenance services.
- Conduct inspections, diagnosis, and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems on vehicles and equipment.
- Utilize vehicle computer electronic systems to interpret failure modes and initiate or assign repairs.
- Complete required paperwork using fleet maintenance software programs to document repairs, parts usage, and 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.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:- Extensive physical activity, including strenuous physical work such as heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling objects over 50 pounds.
- Sometimes necessary to work in awkward or tight positions and handle greasy or dirty tools. Basic safety precautions must always be followed.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:- Bilingual in English and Spanish is required.
- Minimum 5+ years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
- Must provide your own personal tools.
- Computer experience is required for using fleet maintenance software.
- Experience with DPF Regeneration systems on CUMMINS and MACK trucks is a plus.
- Welding experience required.
WHAT WE PROVIDE:- PPE, toolboxes, rain gear, etc. provided to new employees.
- Stay-on bonus: Earn a $5,000 stay-on bonus.
- Quarterly allowances for tools ($300).
- Continuous training: Vendors provide training sessions to ensure you're up-to-date with industry standards.
- Safety bonus program: Earn up to an additional $1,700 annually for meeting safety goals.
- Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, long-term disability, life insurance, and 401(k) retirement plans.
HOW TO APPLY:Please apply online at.
Waste Connections is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veterans).