Diesel Mechanic-Day Shift
About The Position
WM is hiring a Diesel Mechanic to maintain and repair trucks and equipment used to provide services to communities. The role works with diesel equipment and, at some locations, CNG trucks, using modern tools and procedures. The normal work setting is a repair and maintenance shop at WM’s Cocoa Beach, Florida hauling site, with work taking place both indoors and outdoors. The schedule is five days a week on day shift, from 4:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; Saturdays are required. The mechanic inspects, diagnoses, and repairs vehicle systems; estimates repair time and material costs; responds to emergency breakdowns; performs vehicle safety checks; documents parts usage and repair times; and supports senior mechanics on project work. The position also involves completing or assigning repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports and keeping the work area clean and safe in compliance with Corporate and OSHA standards. The position requires two years of relevant work experience, a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record, and the ability to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants must be over 18, legally eligible to work in the United States, and successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical. Physical demands include frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, and climbing; constant standing, walking, and grasping; and occasional sitting and balancing. The work involves frequent exposure to occupational risks and environmental conditions such as dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes, heat, and humidity.
Requirements
- Two years of relevant work experience.
- A valid driver’s license and a 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.
- Successfully complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical.
- Ability to work five days a week on day shift, including required Saturdays, from 4:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Nice To Haves
- Team-oriented approach and care for others in the shop.
- Comfort working independently and as part of a team.
- Enjoyment of varied work and new challenges.
- Determination and problem-solving ability.
Responsibilities
- Inspect, diagnose, and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems on a wide 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 service calls for emergency breakdowns.
- Perform vehicle safety checks.
- Complete required paperwork, documenting parts usage and repair times.
- Assist senior mechanics with 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 follow established safety procedures.
Benefits
- Tool allowance reimbursement up to $400 per quarter.
- Boot allowance worth $150 twice a year.
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
- Annual Education Assistant Benefit for team members.
- Company-matched 401(k).
- Adoption assistance and parent support.
- Stable hours.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
