Diesel Fleet Mechanic - The Dalles, United States - Waste Connections

Description

The Dalles Disposal, a Waste Connections company, has an immediate opening for a Diesel Fleet Mechanic to work on our truck fleet in The Dalles, OR.Mechanics interested in secure, steady employment are encouraged to apply.

Commercial driver's license class A or B is preferred but not required. Or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of employment with on the job CDL training. Mechanic tools and tool box required. Shop also has tools onsite to use. Schedule is Monday-Friday.
Shift is 8:00 AM-4:30 PM, or until last truck off route. Overtime Often.
Starting wage is $28.00 to $32.

00 per hour DOESafety Sensitive Position:

YesResponsibilities:
Performs repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services. Performs inspections, diagnosis and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles and equipment. Utilizes vehicle computer electronics systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs.
Conducts safety checks on vehicles and equipment.

Completes required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.

Reviews, completes or assigns repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
Performs maintenance related work as required.
Performing service calls for emergency breakdownsMaintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.
Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
Ability to effectively communicate needed repairs or tasks.


The ideal candidate will possess:
1+ year experience in heavy truck equipment maintenance and repair; or completion of accredited vocational technical school program.
CDL preferred but not required at time of hire.
Must provide personal tools.


What we offer to you:
Safety Bonuses up to $1,500/yearBoot allowances of up to $175.00/yearCompetitive compensationPerformance-based career growth potentialTo be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest

We offer excellent benefits including:

medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future".Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.