Diesel Mechanic (Traveling)
About The Position
GFL is hiring a Heavy Equipment Technician / Diesel Mechanic to safely operate, repair, rebuild, and maintain company-owned or leased heavy-duty diesel trucks and equipment, including rolling stock, so they can operate safely. The position supports Environmental Services and does not involve working on garbage trucks. The role includes travel and work between Eveleth, Anoka, and Bemidji. This is a second- or third-shift position, with shifts from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. or 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. The mechanic will work on heavy diesel, CNG, gas, and electrically operated vehicles and equipment, including hydraulic and mobile equipment. Experience with vacuum, hydrovac, or wet-vac trucks is an advantage.
Requirements
- Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record.
- Must pass a drug screen before starting the position.
- At least two years of experience as a diesel mechanic.
- Computer literacy, ability to learn software systems, and willingness to learn.
- Must meet company criteria for safety-sensitive functions.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to follow detailed instructions, work independently, and maintain accurate records.
- Ability to understand and effectively use repair and parts manuals written in English.
- Ability to operate vehicles or equipment necessary to perform the job.
- Physical ability to perform all aspects of the job.
Nice To Haves
- Experience using diagnostic software.
- Experience with vacuum trucks, hydrovac trucks, or wet-vac trucks.
- Experience in fleet maintenance, hydraulic technician work, or mobile equipment repair.
- Field service experience working on vacuum truck or hydrovac systems.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose and repair operational difficulties with heavy-duty diesel trucks and equipment.
- Maintain and repair heavy diesel, CNG, gas, and electrically operated equipment and vehicles.
- Complete reports and work orders, order parts, and perform other daily administrative duties.
- Plan and schedule repairs in the M5 planner and procure parts needed to complete the repair plan.
- Review mechanical write-ups on equipment and coordinate repair schedules.
- Ensure safe working conditions and comply with safety regulations.
- Use a variety of power tools, hand tools, and equipment.
- Possess, provide, and maintain the tools needed for maintenance on heavy and hydraulic equipment.
- Maintain a clean work area.
- Comply with applicable laws, regulations, ordinances, company policies, procedures, and supervisor directives.
- Assist with training and orienting new employees.
- Keep current with technology by consulting technical manuals and attending technical training seminars and testing.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.
Benefits
- 15 days of paid time off
- Medical, dental, and vision plan options
- Health Savings Account with employer match option
- Paid parental leave
- 401(k) with employer match up to 4%
- Supplemental health plans through Aflac
- Employer-paid basic life insurance
- Employee-paid short-term disability option
- Employer-paid long-term disability
- Mental health support through Employee Assistance Program
- Seven paid holidays annually
- Boot reimbursement
- Monthly tool allowance
- Toolbox moving assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
