2nd Shift Diesel Mechanic

Waste Connections•Houston, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Waste Connections as a 2nd Shift Diesel Mechanic and keep our fleet running strong! This is a hands-on, outdoor role for someone who takes pride in their work and values safety. We are hiring experienced technicians to perform maintenance and repairs on garbage trucks, covering everything from hydraulics and electrical to engine systems.

Requirements

Minimum of 2+ years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Must provide own personal tools.
Knowledge of Hydraulics repair is required.

Nice To Haves

Welding/fabrication experience is a huge plus!
ASE Certifications Preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Perform routine maintenance and repair engines, chassis, and body components, hydraulic cylinders, brake systems, suspension systems, cooling systems, wheels, and tires.
Inspect equipment and/or trucks for condition, operations, parts and fluid levels, differentials, final drives, pump drives, and hubs.
Utilize vehicle computer electronics systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs.
Conduct safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
Complete required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
Review, complete, or assign repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
Perform maintenance-related work as required.
Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.
Perform required safety protocols while working on vehicles.
Effectively communicate needed repairs or tasks.