Assistant Diesel Mechanic

Waste Management, Inc. (WM) • Pembroke Pines, FL

6h • Onsite

About The Position

WM is seeking an Assistant Diesel Mechanic to join their team. This role focuses on repairing trucks and equipment that service over 20 million customers across the USA, offering a safer work environment, career progression, and financial stability. Mechanics will utilize modern tools and procedures to perform maintenance on diesel equipment and, at some locations, on the growing fleet of CNG trucks. The company, WM (formerly Waste Management), is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions, committed to putting people first and achieving success with integrity. WM provides collection, recycling, and disposal services to millions of customers throughout the U.S. and Canada, with innovative infrastructure in recycling, organics, and renewable energy. The company is a leader in beneficial use of landfill gas and operates the largest heavy-duty natural gas truck fleet in North America.

Requirements

• A valid drivers license, with a clean driving record.
• Be over 18 years of age.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Successfully complete and pass pre-employment drug screen and physical.

Nice To Haves

• Team players who care about everyone in the shop
• Happy working independently and as part of a team
• Likes variety – every day provides a new challenge
• Determined problem solvers

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on a wide range of vehicles and equipment.
• Estimates time and material costs on vehicle repairs and new parts.
• Perform your work within our Standard Labor Repair Times (SRTs).
• Respond to service calls for emergency breakdowns.
• Safety checks on vehicles.
• Complete required paperwork, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
• Assisting senior Mechanics in the completion of project work.
• Reviews, completes, or assigns repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate / OSHA Standards and perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures.

Benefits

• Starting salary of $19+ per hour, depending on experience
• Stable hours for your financial stability
• Tool allowance worth $400 quarterly
• Boot allowance worth an additional $150 twice a year
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including dental, vision and prescription coverage
• Annual Education Assistance Benefit available for team members
• Company-matched 401(k)
• Adoption assistance and parent support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed