Diesel Mechanic

GFL Environmental•Alpena, MI

About The Position

Safely inspect, maintain, and repair company-owned or leased vehicles and equipment, including rolling stock, to ensure they operate efficiently and safely. Provide daily functional direction to mechanics as needed. Maintain a safe and clean shop and work area, comply with applicable laws and company policies, and keep current with technology through technical manuals and training. Attend safety and branch meetings and perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED desired.
Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
Completion of DOT certification for air-brake inspection and adjustment and annual vehicle inspections.
Two years of practical experience in heavy truck repair.
Complete company-provided or sponsored technical training and continuing education programs.
Meet relevant company criteria for safety-sensitive functions.
Communicate effectively with others.
Follow detailed instructions, work independently, and maintain accurate records.
Understand and effectively use repair and parts manuals written in English.
Operate vehicles, equipment, and tools necessary to perform the job.
Frequent physical effort, including handling tools and equipment.
Frequently lift, push, or pull up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

Perform routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment using industry-standard methods and procedures.
Maintain vehicle maintenance records.
Schedule and complete preventive maintenance within state, federal, local, and corporate guidelines.
Maintain a safe and clean shop facility and work area.
Review D.V.I.R. reports and complete repairs as needed.
Provide accurate labor-hour estimates for each product line.
Diagnose and repair operational difficulties with vehicles and equipment.
Maintain and repair heavy diesel, gas, and electrically operated equipment and vehicles.
Complete reports and work orders, order parts, and perform other daily administrative duties.
Assist in reviewing mechanical write-ups and coordinating repair schedules.
Ensure safe working conditions and compliance with safety regulations.
Use a variety of power and hand tools and equipment.
Comply with applicable laws, regulations, ordinances, company policies, procedures, and supervisor directives.
Assume the Supervisor/Manager’s leadership and supervisory duties in their absence.
Keep up with current technology using technical manuals and attending technical training seminars.
Attend safety and branch meetings.
Provide daily functional direction to mechanics as needed.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.