Diesel Mechanic
Waste Connections•Des Moines, IA
•Onsite
About The Position
Waste Connections is looking for a reliable Diesel Mechanic to help keep our fleet safe, road‑ready, and running strong. If you take pride in your work and care about safety, we want to talk to you.
Requirements
- Experience working on diesel vehicles
- Comfortable using diagnostic tools and doing preventative maintenance
- Basic personal tool set
Nice To Haves
- Hydraulic experience is a plus
Responsibilities
- Inspect, diagnose, and repair diesel trucks and equipment
- Work on electrical, hydraulic, brake, suspension, and air systems
- Use diagnostic software and tools to find and fix issues
- Respond to road calls and make emergency repairs
- Complete repairs from Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs)
- Test drive trucks after repairs
- Help other mechanics as needed
- Keep shop clean and safe (OSHA compliant)
- Communicate professionally with drivers and team members
Benefits
- Competitive pay: $28–$35/hour
- Monday–Friday schedule (rotating Saturdays)
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- Employee assistance & mental health programs
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Scholarship opportunities for dependents
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
