Diesel Mechanic

Waste Connections•Worthington, MN

7d•$25 - $30

About The Position

Schaap Sanitation is hiring a Diesel Mechanic for its hauling company in Worthington, Minnesota. The position performs repairs and preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment, including inspection, diagnosis, and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems. The mechanic uses vehicle computer electronics systems to interpret failure modes and initiate or assign repairs, responds to emergency breakdown service calls, and conducts safety checks. The role also includes documenting repairs, parts usage, and repair time in fleet maintenance software; reviewing, completing, or assigning repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports; performing other maintenance-related work; and maintaining a clean, safe work area in accordance with corporate, OSHA, and established safety procedures. The mechanic must communicate needed repairs and tasks effectively. Pay is $25–$30 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

One year of experience in heavy equipment maintenance and repair, or completion of an accredited vocational technical school program.
A Class C regular driver's license is required.
Provide personal tools.
Proficiency in vehicle and equipment diagnosis and repair.
Ability to read and comprehend service and technical information.

Nice To Haves

Commercial Driver's License (preferred but not required).

Responsibilities

Perform repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services.
Inspect, diagnose, and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems on vehicles and equipment.
Use vehicle computer electronics systems to interpret failure modes and initiate or assign repairs.
Perform service calls for emergency breakdowns.
Conduct safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
Complete required paperwork in fleet maintenance software, documenting repairs, parts usage, and repair times.
Review, complete, or assign repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
Perform maintenance-related work as required.
Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.
Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
Communicate needed repairs or tasks effectively.