Diesel Shop Technician

IED WASTE SERVICES OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC•Town of Long Lake, WI

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About The Position

With direct supervision from a Lead Technician, Maintenance Supervisor, or Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Technician B repairs and maintains diesel and non-diesel equipment and trucks. Work includes chassis components, refuse bodies and control systems, hydraulic and electrical systems, air brakes, general engine work, HVAC components, suspension, drivetrain, and steering systems. The role may also include basic tire work such as replacement, rotation, and tread-depth checks. The technician supports drivers and maintains a single fleet of advanced vehicles and equipment. The position performs preventive and repair maintenance both on-site and on the road, identifies malfunctions using electronic tools, and provides safe road service when needed to return company equipment to operation. It also includes line maintenance welding and fabrication, completion of applicable company training, and other job-related duties as assigned. The posted shift is 11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Requirements

Ability to diagnose multi-system issues and consistently demonstrate technical expertise.
Basic understanding of work order labor time standards.
Prior experience with or knowledge of maintenance on Classes 1–5 light/medium-duty and Class 7–8 heavy-duty trucks, aircraft, or ships.
Three to five years of technician experience demonstrating knowledge of diagnosis and repair of gasoline- and diesel-powered equipment, or graduation from an accredited automotive college or technical school within the next three months.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to perform basic inspections with limited supervision in some (not all required) heavy-truck or automotive systems, including suspension and steering, general engine, transmissions, brakes, electrical, hydraulics, drivetrain, and diesel emissions.

Nice To Haves

Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications (T1–T8); a plus but not required.
Commercial Driver’s License; a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Repair and maintain chassis components.
Maintain and repair refuse bodies and their control, hydraulic, and electrical systems, along with air and hydraulic braking systems.
Perform light engine repair and maintenance.
Maintain and repair suspension, drivetrain, and steering systems.
Maintain and repair heating and air-conditioning systems.
Perform line maintenance welding and fabrication.
Provide safe road service when necessary to return company equipment to operation safely and efficiently.
Identify sources of malfunctions using electronic tools.
Complete applicable company training programs.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.
Perform basic tire work, including replacement, tire rotation, and tread-depth checks, as applicable.

Benefits

Eligible employees may elect comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans, and vision coverage.
Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
Employee discount programs.
Retirement plan with a company match.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
Paid Time Off (PTO).
Competitive wages and benefits.