Day Diesel Mechanic – Full-Time
About The Position
The Diesel Mechanic keeps street sweepers and other equipment safe, reliable, and ready for service. The role performs inspections, diagnostics, repairs, assembly, and preventive maintenance, working with hydraulic, electrical, and air systems. Equipment includes sweepers, loaders, and backhoes. The mechanic uses diagnostic tools, specialized software, machinery, and hand tools to identify and address issues, reduce downtime, and support fleet reliability. The position requires compliance with safety procedures, company policies, environmental standards, and applicable regulations. Duties include completing required service reports, safety checklists, and compliance forms; promptly reporting equipment problems, incidents, and safety concerns; and communicating maintenance needs, repair status, parts requirements, and schedule changes to operators and team members. Responsibilities may shift as business needs evolve. The work is performed outdoors with regular exposure to weather and traffic, and occasional exposure to loud noise, dust and debris, and jarring conditions. The role involves frequent sitting and walking or standing; occasional bending, twisting, squatting, kneeling, and pushing or pulling; limited stair climbing and crawling; and lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds at varying heights, including overhead. Continuous reading, screen use, focus, and hand-eye coordination are required. Appropriate personal protective equipment is required. This is a full-time, first-shift position in Saint Peters, Missouri, with minimal travel (1–10%).
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 2 years of hands-on shop experience working with hydraulic, electrical, and air pressure systems.
- Valid driver's license.
- Must provide and maintain basic hand and diagnostic tools necessary to perform the job.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must maintain an acceptable driving record and pass a motor vehicle record check, background check, DOT physical, and drug screening in accordance with company policy and applicable law.
- Strong knowledge of machinery, hydraulic, electrical, and other mechanical systems.
- Proficiency using hand tools, shop tools, and precision measurement tools such as calipers safely and accurately.
- Ability to follow safety procedures and regulatory requirements, communicate professionally, report issues promptly, and perform work reliably.
- Ability to meet the described physical demands and use required personal protective equipment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in heavy equipment, waste, and recycling services.
Responsibilities
- Inspect equipment and mechanical systems to identify safety hazards and operational issues; follow safety protocols, including lockout/tagout procedures, and monitor lubrication, fluid levels, and equipment condition.
- Perform assembly, repairs, and preventive maintenance according to blueprints, technical specifications, and torque requirements.
- Complete assigned maintenance efficiently to minimize equipment downtime and maintain reliability.
- Use diagnostic tools, including multimeters and specialized software, to identify mechanical problems.
- Safely operate machinery and hand tools while repairing and maintaining heavy equipment such as sweepers, loaders, and backhoes.
- Safely handle mechanical components, replacement parts, lubricants, and fluids; apply fluids appropriately and dispose of used materials in compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
- Immediately report equipment issues, malfunctions, near misses, crashes, injuries, work issues, and safety concerns to management.
- Communicate maintenance needs and best practices to equipment operators and team members, and provide updates on repair status, parts requirements, and maintenance schedule changes.
- Follow company policies and industry requirements for safety, environmental standards, and equipment maintenance; complete required service reports, safety checklists, and compliance forms.
- Respond proactively to equipment failures and operational challenges, diagnose problems, adapt repair approaches, and collaborate on solutions to improve reliability and reduce downtime.
- Maintain regular and predictable attendance, reporting on time and prepared to work throughout assigned shifts.
Benefits
- 401(k) with match.
- Weekly pay and access to on-demand pay.
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Indemnity insurance.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Training programs and career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
