Diesel Mechanic / Technician

Amwaste of Georgia LLC•Zebulon, GA

15d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs preventive maintenance and supervised repairs on company vehicles and equipment, including waste collection trucks. The role helps maintain engines and equipment and provides courteous service to truck drivers who operate the vehicles. Work includes troubleshooting, diagnosing issues with a supervisor or Mechanic 3, and making repairs under supervision. This may be an entry-level or upper-level position depending on the applicant’s skills and knowledge. The work is typically performed in a vehicle repair shop, with occasional outdoor work in cold, hot, or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, moving machinery, and irritating chemicals, and must use personal protective equipment such as masks, goggles, and gloves. The position is supervised by the Maintenance Manager or a designated qualified representative.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with completing high school or equivalent.
Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties, usually associated with one or two years in a similar position.
Basic knowledge of vehicle and equipment operation and maintenance.
Basic knowledge of vehicle and equipment diagnostics and repair principles.
Skill in using basic hand tools and equipment for vehicle and equipment maintenance.
Oral and written communication skills.
Ability to intermittently stand, stoop, walk, bend, or crouch; frequently lift light and heavy objects; climb ladders; use tools and equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity; distinguish colors; and use the sense of smell.
Ability to work in a vehicle repair shop and occasionally outdoors in cold, hot, or inclement weather, with exposure to noise, dust, dirt, grease, moving machinery, and irritating chemicals, using required personal protective equipment.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot vehicle and equipment operating problems.
Diagnose issues with the aid of a supervisor or Mechanic 3 and make repairs under supervision.
Perform preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment according to standard schedules.
Adjust, repair, or replace parts and equipment under the supervision of a Mechanic 3 or Shop Supervisor.
Attend safety meetings and classes.
Maintain tools and equipment.
Maintain a safe and tidy shop.
Perform related duties as assigned.