Heavy Truck Mechanic

Waste Connections•Livermore, CA

1d•$54 - $54•Onsite

About The Position

Amador Valley Industries, a Waste Connections company, is looking for a safety conscious Heavy Truck Mechanic to join the team in Livermore, CA! Previous waste experience would be a huge plus! The shift will be Monday - Friday plus every other Saturday 12pm-8:30pm. This is a union position with a pension plan, plus fully paid benefits (medical, dental, vision) for employees + dependents. The pay range for this job category is fixed at $54.06/hour.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of experience of troubleshooting and electrical work on diesel or natural gas trucks.
Specialize in Cummins and Paccar engines or similar.
Clean driving record required.
Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English.
Must provide own personal tools.

Nice To Haves

Previous waste experience would be a huge plus!
Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License is preferred.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Welding experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform engine, transmission and hydraulic pump overhauls.
Read wire schematics and perform electrical troubleshooting.
Perform repairs and assigned preventative maintenance services.
Performs inspections, diagnosis, and repair of electrical, hydraulics, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles and equipment.
Utilize vehicle computer electronic systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs.
Collaborate with other diesel mechanics
Complete 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.
Conducts safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
Performs service calls for emergency breakdowns.
Maintain a clean, safe work environment in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.