Diesel Mechanic

Waste Connections

29d•$37 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

Kahut Waste Services, a Waste Connections company, is looking for a skilled Diesel Mechanic to work on our truck fleet in Clackamas, Oregon. This is a safety-sensitive position with a Monday - Friday schedule from 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM. Mechanics interested in secure, steady employment are encouraged to apply. A Commercial Driver’s license A or B CDL is preferred but not required, or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of employment with on the job CDL training. Mechanic tools and a tool box are required, though the shop also has tools onsite to use.

Requirements

1+ years’ experience in heavy truck equipment maintenance and repair; or completion of accredited vocational technical school program.
CDL preferred but not required at time of hire.
Provide personal tools & tool box.
Must pass criminal background check, drug panel screening and motor vehicle report to be eligible for employment.
Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English.
Minimum 1 year of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Must provide own personal tools.

Nice To Haves

Commercial Driver’s license A or B CDL is preferred but not required.
Ability to obtain a CDL within 90 days of employment with on the job CDL training.
Welding/fabrication experience a huge plus!
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services.
Performs inspections, diagnosis and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles and equipment.
Utilizes vehicle computer electronics systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs.
Conducts safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
Completes required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
Reviews, completes or assigns repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
Performs maintenance related work as required.
Performing service calls for emergency breakdowns.
Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.
Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
Ability to effectively communicate needed repairs or tasks.