Heavy Truck Mechanic Sign on Bonus 7500
About The Position
WM is hiring a Diesel Mechanic to maintain and repair diesel equipment and, at some locations, CNG trucks. The role is based at a repair and maintenance shop at WM’s San Antonio, Texas hauling site. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with either a second shift (4:00 p.m.–3:00 a.m.) or a third shift (9:00 p.m.–6:00 a.m.); weekends are not required. A two-week mandatory training program in Arizona is required. The posting advertises a starting pay rate of $26–$28 per hour depending on experience, plus a $3 shift differential, a $7,500 sign-on bonus, tool allowance reimbursement up to $2,000, and a $200 boot allowance. The mechanic inspects, diagnoses, and repairs a range of vehicle and equipment systems, estimates repair time and material costs, performs work within Standard Labor Repair Times, responds to emergency breakdown calls, carries out safety checks, documents parts usage and repair times, supports senior mechanics on projects, and handles repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports. The position requires maintaining a clean and safe work area and following established safety procedures and Corporate/OSHA standards. The work involves frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, and climbing; constant standing, walking, and grasping; and occasional sitting and balancing. The mechanic is often exposed to occupational risks such as cuts, burns, and toxic chemicals, and to dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes, and similar conditions. Work takes place both indoors in a garage, shop, or gas plant and outdoors, including in inclement weather, heat, and humidity. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of relevant work experience.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Must be over 18 years of age.
- Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Successfully complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical.
- Ability to complete mandatory two-week training in Arizona.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with heavy-duty trucks, chassis/frames, brakes, hydraulics, and transmissions.
- Previous truck stop mechanic experience.
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
- Starting pay of $26–$28 per hour depending on experience, plus a $3 shift differential.
- Sign-on bonus of $7,500.
- Tool allowance reimbursement up to $2,000.
- Boot allowance of $200.
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
- Life insurance and short-term disability.
- Paid tuition and scholarships for employees and their dependents.
- Company-matched 401(k).
- Adoption assistance and parent support.
- Stock purchase plan.
- Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
