Night Shift Diesel Mechanic

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Rio Rancho, NM

6d•$25 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Diesel Mechanic performs preventive maintenance services and inspects, diagnoses, and repairs vehicles and equipment. The role works under limited supervision, using written instructions and established procedures. It includes repair and maintenance of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems; using vehicle computer electronics to interpret failure modes; estimating repair time and material costs; and requisitioning parts. The mechanic performs work within Standard Repair Times, responds to emergency breakdown service calls, conducts vehicle safety checks, and completes fleet maintenance software documentation for repairs, parts usage, and repair time. The role also assists senior mechanics with project work, reviews or completes repairs identified in Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports, and maintains a clean, safe work area in accordance with Corporate and OSHA standards and established safety procedures. The position has no supervisory duties. The position is based in a repair and maintenance shop at WM’s hauling site in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, and is scheduled for a night shift, Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays. The posting lists starting pay of $25–$32 per hour, depending on experience. Physical and environmental aspects include frequent exposure to occupational risks such as cuts, burns, and toxic chemicals, and to dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes, or similar conditions. Finger dexterity and motor coordination are required for most of the workday, as is physical effort handling objects; the listed weight threshold is left unspecified.

Requirements

Two years of relevant work experience.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Must be at least 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.
Successfully complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical.

Responsibilities

Perform repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services.
Inspect, diagnose, and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems on vehicles and equipment.
Use vehicle computer electronics systems to interpret failure modes and initiate or assign repairs.
Estimate time and material costs for vehicle repairs and requisition parts.
Perform work within Standard Repair Times (SRTs).
Perform service calls for emergency breakdowns.
Conduct safety checks on vehicles.
Complete required fleet maintenance software paperwork, including repair documentation, parts usage, and repair times.
Assist senior Mechanics in completing project work.
Review, complete, or assign repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate and OSHA standards and established safety procedures.

Benefits

Starting pay of $25–$32 per hour, depending on experience.
Tool allowance of $2,500 yearly.
Boot allowance of $250.
Healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
Paid tuition and scholarships for the employee and dependents.
Company-matched 401(k).
Adoption assistance and parent support.
Life insurance and short-term disability.
Stock purchase plan.
Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.
Benefits may vary by site.