Diesel Mechanic

Waste Connections•2432-Alaska Waste Seward, KS

61d•$36 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

Alaska Waste, a Waste Connections company, is now hiring a safety conscious Diesel Mechanic to join the team at our location in Seward, AK! Previous waste experience would be a huge plus! The pay range will be $36-38.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Tool and boot allowance. Medical, Dental and Vision. 401k and 3 weeks of PTO. We also offer regular wage increases. The schedule will be Monday-Friday with occasional Saturdays as needed. The shift will be from 7am to 4pm with a 1 hour lunch.

Requirements

Tool set, toolbox and proper personal safety equipment required
Basic computer skills and ability to learn test diagnostic laptop and software
Class B CDL or ability to obtain within 90 days of start of position
Minimum of a High School diploma or GED

Nice To Haves

Previous waste experience
Yellow Iron experience is a huge plus
Welding experience a plus

Responsibilities

Perform repairs and assigned preventative maintenance services.
Performs inspections, diagnosis, and repair of electrical, hydraulics, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles and equipment.
Utilize vehicle computer electronic systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs.
Complete required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
Reviews, completes, or assigns repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
Conducts safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
Performs service calls for emergency breakdowns.
Maintain a clean, safe work environment in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.
Collaborate with other diesel technicians and has strong interpersonal skills
Demonstrates time management, organization, and problem-solving skills
Strong customer service skills with drivers
Manage the repairs of electrical and mechanical components
Manage routine maintenance
Ensure quality repairs are made while meeting guidelines
Service a wide variety of equipment
Maintain current CDL license to test drive and deliver as needed
Specialize in Cummins and Paccar engines
Maintain a log in computer system of all the history of repairs to each job
Maintain equipment in clean and working condition
Climb ladders and stairs, work in small restrict areas and lift up to 40 pounds
Follows all Waste Connections repair shop regulations and standards