2nd Shift Diesel Mechanic

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Summary The 2nd 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 systemsincluding lift arms, packers, and tailgate sealsto 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: 2pm-11pm, Monday-Friday Rotating Saturdays Please apply directly to our website: We can't wait to see what you bring to the table! Use handtools, such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, or precision instruments, as well as power tools, such as pneumatic wrenches, lathes, welding equipment, or jacks and hoists. Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition. Adjust and reline brakes, align wheels, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment. Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery. Attach test instruments to equipment, and read dials and gauges to diagnose malfunctions. Examine and adjust protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices. Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts, or pressure gauges. Rewire ignition systems, lights, and instrument panels. Diagnose and repair vehicle heating and cooling systems. Test drive trucks and buses to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly. Inspect, repair, and maintain automotive and mechanical equipment and machinery, such as pumps and compressors. Inspect and verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to factory specifications. Disassemble and overha l internal combustion engines, pumps, generators, transmissions, clutches, and differential units. Adjust or repair computer controlled exhaust emissions devices. Rebuild gas or diesel engines. Specialize in repairing and maintaining parts of the engine, such as fuel injection systems. Recondition and replace parts, pistons, bearings, gears, and valves. Install or repair accessories. Dismount, mount, and repair or replace tires. Repair or adjust seats, doors, or windows. Align front ends and suspension systems. Maintain or repair vehicles with alternative fuel systems, including biodiesel, hybrid, or compressed natural gas vehicles. Measure vehicle emissions to determine whether they are within acceptable limits. Follow green operational practices involving conservation of water or energy or reduction of solid waste. Operate valve-grinding machines to grind and reset valves. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: