Diesel Mechanic

Safely operate, repair, rebuild and perform maintenance on Company owned or leased heavy duty diesel trucks and equipment including rolling stock to ensure its ability to operate safely Transparency Program: Work side-by-side with experienced technicians in a live shop environment at Chester and get a true feel for the job. Paid interviews. Complete four paid 4-hour sessions to see if you truly like it, no commitment required. Starting Pay: $27-$40/hr (Top Pay Will Increase Based on EXP/Qualifications) Starting Shift: 2 options 4am-2pm M-F. OT after 40hrs. (Diagnostic Exp Needed For This Shift) 145pm-12am M-F. OT after 40hrs. Benefits: -15 days of paid time off -Monthly Tool Allowance of $150 -Annual Boot Reimbursement -Overtime after 40hrs worked -401K after 6 months employment -Health Benefits after 60 days Key Responsibilities Diagnostics & Repair: Diagnose and repair operational difficulties with heavy-duty diesel trucks, hydraulics, and specialized waste/recycling equipment. Fleet Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance and complex repairs on heavy diesel, CNG, gas, and electrically operated vehicles. Planning & Scheduling: Plan and schedule repairs using the M5 planner system, ensuring all necessary parts are procured for a successful maintenance plan. Administrative Duties: Accurately complete daily reports, work orders, parts orders, and other required administrative tasks. Safety & Compliance: Ensure all work is performed in safe conditions and in strict compliance with federal, state/provincial, local laws, and company safety policies. Collaboration & Training: Assist in reviewing mechanical write-ups on equipment, coordinate repair schedules, and aid in the training and orientation of new team members. Tool Maintenance: Possess, provide, and maintain the personal hand and power tools necessary to perform heavy equipment maintenance, while keeping a clean and organized work area. Job Requirements Education: High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED); a technical diploma or degree in diesel mechanics is highly desired. Technical Skills: Computer literacy is required, with the ability to be trained on specialized software systems (experience with diagnostic software is a major plus). Safety Screenings: Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety-sensitive functions according to Company standards. Physical Demands & Working Conditions Physical Effort: Frequently required to stand, walk, kneel, crouch, crawl, and lift/push/pull up to 100 pounds. Continuous concentrated mental and visual attention is necessary. Environment: Frequently exposed to loud noise, moving mechanical parts, vibration, hot/cold weather conditions, and toxic or caustic chemicals/fumes. Occasionally required to work in high, precarious places. We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 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