Diesel Mechanic

WM•Walker, LA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

WM is hiring a Diesel Mechanic to inspect, diagnose, and repair trucks and equipment that serve customers across the United States. The role works with diesel equipment and, at some locations, the company’s growing fleet of CNG trucks, using modern tools and procedures to perform maintenance and repairs. The normal work setting is a repair and maintenance shop at the Walker, Louisiana site, with work also taking place outdoors and in garage, shop, or gas plant conditions. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., with occasional Saturdays. Starting pay is $32–$36 per hour, depending on experience. The role offers career progression, stable hours, a tool allowance reimbursement of up to $500 per quarter, and a boot allowance of $200 per year. Benefits include healthcare coverage and other compensation and support programs; benefits may vary by site.

Requirements

At least 2 years of relevant work experience.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Must be over 18 years of age.
Legally eligible to work in the United States.
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Must successfully complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical.

Nice To Haves

Welding experience.
ASE certifications.

Responsibilities

Inspect, diagnose, and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems on a range of vehicles and equipment.
Estimate time and material costs for vehicle repairs and new parts.
Perform work within Standard Labor Repair Times (SRTs).
Respond to emergency breakdown service calls.
Perform vehicle safety checks.
Complete required paperwork, document parts usage, and account for repair times.
Complete project work.
Review, complete, or assign repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
Maintain a clean and safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards, and perform work according to established safety procedures.

Benefits

Starting pay of $32–$36 per hour, depending on experience.
Tool allowance reimbursement of up to $500 per quarter.
Boot allowance of $200 per year.
Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
Annual education assistance benefit for team members.
Company-matched 401(k).
Adoption assistance and parent support.
Stock purchase plan.
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Short-term disability.
Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.