Diesel Mechanic

Waste Management, Inc. (WM) • Slidell, LA

3h • Onsite

About The Position

WM is seeking a Diesel Mechanic to join their team, offering a safer work environment, career progression, and financial stability. This role involves inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems on a wide range of vehicles and equipment, including diesel and CNG trucks. Mechanics will utilize modern tools and procedures to provide exceptional maintenance, ensuring the operational readiness of trucks that serve millions of customers across the USA. The company emphasizes employee well-being, offering comprehensive benefits and a commitment to growth through education assistance. The position is based in a repair/maintenance shop at the Slidell, LA hauling site.

Requirements

• 2 years of relevant work experience
• A valid drivers license, with a clean driving record
• Be over 18 years of age.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Successfully complete and pass pre-employment drug screen and physical.

Nice To Haves

• CDL is plus!

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on a wide range of vehicles and equipment.
• Estimates time and material costs on vehicle repairs and new parts.
• Perform your work within our Standard Labor Repair Times (SRTs).
• Respond to service calls for emergency breakdowns.
• Safety checks on vehicles – the safety of every single employee and the people in our communities is our number one priority
• Complete required paperwork, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
• Assisting senior Mechanics in the completion of project work.
• Reviews, completes, or assigns repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate / OSHA Standards and perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures.

Benefits

• Starting salary of $25-$30+ per hour depending on experience
• Stable hours for your financial stability
• Tool allowance reimbursement up to $500 per quarter
• Boot allowance worth an additional $225 per year
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including dental, vision and prescription coverage.
• Annual Education Assistant Benefit available for team members
• Company-matched 401(k)
• Adoption assistance and parent support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees