Diesel Mechanic I

Description

Walters Recycling & Refuse is currently hiring for

Diesel Mechanics Level I

2nd Shift--3:00 PM to 12:00 AM

Pay $31.00-$44.00 an hour! (depending on experience)

Stay On Bonus available up to $6,000

Now Hiring

2nd Shift - $2.00 an hour Shift Differential.

About us:


Walters is the premier environmental services provider in the Twin Cities metropolitan area providing waste and recycling collection to the public and private sectors since 1988. We are the largest family owned and operated waste and recycling provider in Minnesota providing over 100,000 services each week with a fleet fueled by both diesel and compressed natural gas (CNG).


About the role:


As a Mechanic I you will be responsible for servicing and maintaining our fleet of diesel and compressed natural gas (CNG) waste collections vehicles and equipment while providing outstanding service to our customers, both internal and external. This position may require you to perform test drives and service calls for emergency breakdowns as needed.

This position is Safety Sensitive. It requires drug and alcohol testing in compliance with 49 CFR part 382, this includes marijuana. This position also requires an active DOT health card. To get a DOT health card, candidates must have a valid Minnesota Driver's License.

Job Responsibilities:

• • Keep work area clean and safe and adhere to all safety policies at all times.
  • Perform preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance as needed on our entire fleet of vehicles and other equipment
  • Inspect, diagnose, and repair diesel and CNG powered trucks, as well as other equipment within our fleet.
  • Meet or exceed mechanic productivity goals as well as schedule compliance goals
  • Perform test drives and service calls for emergency breakdowns as needed.
  • Ability to learn and operate fleet maintenance software and diagnostic equipment.
  • Chassis component repair and maintenance on a variety of chassis throughout the fleet
  • Inspect, diagnose, and repair Refuse bodies, including controls, hydraulic and electrical systems
  • Air and hydraulic braking systems diagnosis and repairs
  • Engine repair and maintenance
  • Inspect, diagnose, and repair suspension, drivetrain and steering systems, heating, and air conditioning systems
  • Use vehicle computer electronics systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs
  • (If qualified, will need to satisfy Walters driver qualification standards) May perform test drives, service calls for emergency breakdowns as needed, or transport Walters vehicles, commercial or non-commercial.
  • Perform all work within the Estimated Repair Times (ERT)
  • Minor welding as necessary
  • Troubleshoot issues using a variety of electronic tools
  • Complete applicable Company training programs
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• 18 years of age or older & eligible to work in the US

• 2-year degree and 2+ years of heavy-duty truck repair experience, or 5+ years of experience including but not limited to:

• • Air Brake systems

• • Engine diagnostics and repairs

• • Troubleshooting electrical issues

• • Hydraulic systems

• • General repairs

• • Familiarity with computer diagnostic equipment and procedures

• • Ability to visually diagnose mechanical issues.

• • Ability to read service and repair manuals.

• • Ability to read work orders.

• Familiarity with a CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Software)

• Must have Valid Driver's License

• Must meet Driver qualifications standards set by Walters Recycling & Refuse

• CDL Preferred

Preferred Qualifications:

• A/C Section 609 Certified

• Bendix brake training

• Hydraulic Systems training and certification

• NGVI - Compressed Natural Gas Vehicle - NGV Essentials and Safety Practices

• ACX Training program

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting to 50 lbs. Motor coordination with finger dexterity, exposure to chemicals, and physical environment with dirt, odors, noise, and weather extremes.

• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen, DOT health evaluation, and physical assessment.

• This is a safety-sensitive position subject to drug testing requirements in compliance with 49 CFR Part 382, this does include marijuana testing.

Walters offers competitive benefits packages including:

• Competitive wages - Based on Experience

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

• EAP-Employee Assistance Program

• HSA Employer Contributions

• Company Paid: Life Insurance

• Company Paid Parental Leave

• Voluntary Benefits; Additional Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accidental

• Legal shield/ID Shield

• 401K with Employer Match

• 10 days Paid Time Off (PTO) and up to 6 days of ESST

• 6 Paid Holidays

• Free Trash pickup within the Service area.

Walters Recycling and Refuse Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The listed pay range is generally the minimum and maximum salary or hourly pay for this position at the time of posting for this Job. Any questions you may have about this range, please reach out to HR.