1st Shift Diesel Service Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job description:

Job Summary
The 1st shift Diesel Service Technician provides critical on-site mechanical support and emergency roadside assistance for a fleet of residential and commercial refuse collection vehicles. This role is responsible for responding to vehicle breakdowns in real-time, performing rapid diagnostics, and executing repairs on the side of the road or at landfill sites to ensure trucks can complete their routes safely.

Key Responsibilities

• Emergency Roadside Response : Promptly respond to service calls for stalled or broken-down garbage trucks in various field locations, including residential streets, highways, and disposal facilities.
• On-Site Diagnostics : Utilize mobile diagnostic computers and software to troubleshoot engine malfunctions, electrical faults, and transmission issues on the spot.
• Specialized Systems Repair : Perform emergency repairs on hydraulic systems—including lift arms, packers, and tailgate seals—to ensure trucks can safely dump their loads before being towed or returned to service.
• Mechanical & Brake Repairs : Execute roadside fixes for common failures such as air brake system leaks, tire blowouts, battery failures, and cooling system issues (hoses, thermostats, and radiator leaks).

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Specialized Knowledge : Proficient in hydraulic system troubleshooting and air brake repair.
• Safety Zone Management : Establish and maintain safe work zones around the disabled vehicle, often in high-traffic or narrow urban areas, adhering to all OSHA and DOT safety protocols.
• Documentation & Reporting : Maintain accurate electronic records of all field repairs, parts used, and labor hours through fleet maintenance software.

Certifications:

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL Class B or A) with air brakes endorsement preferred but not necessary
• Valid Drivers License with a clean record is a must.
• ASE Medium/Heavy Truck certifications preferred.
• Physical Requirements : Ability to work outdoors in all weather extremes and lift or move objects weighing up to 50-75 lbs.
• Soft Skills: Strong independent problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate effectively with dispatchers and drivers under high-pressure situations.

Working Conditions

• Environment: Work is primarily performed outdoors in all types of weather (rain, snow, heat) and involves exposure to dirt, odors, and noise typical of waste management environments.
• Schedule: 5am-230pm, Monday-Friday Rotating Saturdays

Please apply directly to our website:  -careers/shop/

We can’t wait to see what you bring to the table!

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person