Diesel Mechanic - (2nd Shift)

GFL Environmental Inc. • Poteet, TX

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the guidance of shop leadership, conduct repairs and preventative maintenance on both Diesel and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) vehicles to maintain GFL’s fleet in safe and continuous “road ready” condition. This role involves diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining GFL’s Diesel and CNG fleet, completing basic inspections of critical vehicle components, and performing standard electronic diagnostics and repairs. The position also requires performing DOT and brake inspections, completing necessary reports and administrative duties, and ensuring safe working conditions and compliance with all safety regulations. Active participation in training and development opportunities is expected to enhance skills and working knowledge, along with maintaining a clean work area.

Requirements

• Must have a Brake safety certificate and 609 A/C system certification.
• Knowledge of DOT, OSHA and other related state and federal regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively across various levels of the organization and communicate with customers and external vendors.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating, and maintenance instructions and procedural manuals.
• Must be computer literate and willing and able to be trained in software systems.
• 3+ years of diesel/CNG maintenance experience.
• Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required.
• Ability to stand, sit, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance.
• Continuous concentrated mental and visual attention required.
• Visual requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to operate trucks and other equipment used as needed.
• Ability to use a computer and related devices, such as a keyboard or mouse or other related equipment, throughout the workday while seated at a desk or workstation.
• Ability to climb ladders, bend or stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to reach above shoulders and lift up to 50 pounds and push/pull up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using diagnostic software is preferred.
• Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred, or the willingness and ability to obtain one within six (6) months of employment.
• ASE certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair and maintain GFL’s Diesel and CNG fleet under the supervision of maintenance department leadership and senior-level mechanics.
• Complete basic inspection of brake systems, engine components, emission systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings and other important parts to ensure they are in proper operating condition.
• Test drive trucks to diagnose malfunctions and ensure they are working properly.
• Perform standard electronic diagnostics and repair electrical equipment and hydraulic systems.
• Perform DOT and brake inspections on all vehicles.
• Complete reports, work orders, order parts and perform other administrative duties as required daily.
• Complete work as scheduled by shop supervision or higher-grade technicians.
• Ensure safe working conditions and compliance with all safety regulations.
• Active participation in training classes and development opportunities to increase skills and working knowledge.
• Maintain a clean work area.

Benefits

• GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

What This Job Offers

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