Assistant Diesel Mechanic - First Shift

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Van Buren Charter Township, MI
•Onsite

About The Position

WM is hiring an Assistant Diesel Mechanic to help maintain and repair vehicles and equipment that serve its customers and communities. The role involves working on diesel equipment and, at some locations, CNG trucks, using modern tools and procedures. The position is based at WM’s hauling site in Wayne, Michigan, in a repair and maintenance shop, with work also taking place outdoors in varying conditions. The schedule is Monday through Friday, first shift, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with no weekends. Starting pay is $32.35 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

  • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
  • Must be over 18 years of age.
  • Legally eligible to work in the United States.
  • Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Successfully complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical.
  • Able to frequently lift, push, pull, crouch, and climb; constantly stand, walk, and grasp; and occasionally sit and balance.
  • Able to work in conditions involving occupational risks such as cuts, burns, and exposure to toxic chemicals, and environmental factors such as dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes, heat, and humidity.

Nice To Haves

  • Team-oriented and considerate of others in the shop.
  • Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
  • Enjoys variety and new challenges.
  • Determined problem solver.

Responsibilities

  • Inspect, diagnose, and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems on vehicles and equipment.
  • Estimate time and material costs for vehicle repairs and new parts.
  • Perform work within Standard Labor Repair Times (SRTs).
  • Respond to emergency breakdown service calls.
  • Conduct vehicle safety checks.
  • Complete required paperwork, document parts usage, and account for repair times.
  • Assist senior mechanics with project work.
  • Review, complete, or assign repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work area in compliance with Corporate and OSHA standards, and follow established safety procedures.

Benefits

  • Tool allowance reimbursement up to $1,500.
  • Boot allowance up to $250.
  • Stable hours.
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