Lead Diesel Mechanic – Swing Shift (Fife, WA)

Waste Connections

2d•$39 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

Murrey’s Disposal, a Waste Connections company, is seeking an experienced and safety-focused Lead Diesel Mechanic to join our team in Fife, WA. This position is ideal for a highly skilled technician with leadership experience who can provide direction, delegate tasks, and support a team while maintaining a modern fleet of heavy-duty trucks and equipment. This role offers competitive pay, a lead premium, swing-shift differential, and excellent benefits in a stable, growth-oriented company. Compensation and Benefits Hourly Rate: $38.50 – $41.00/hour (includes $1.50 swing shift differential and $1.00 lead premium). This position offers a $5,000 stay-on bonus for qualified candidates. Benefits include: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Retirement plan (401k) with employer match Paid time off, paid sick leave, and holidays Ongoing training and professional development Additional compensation: overtime pay, tool allowance, and employee recognition programs Schedule and Overtime Shift: Monday – Friday, 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM Overtime: Average 8–10 hours/week; paid at 1.5×

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of heavy truck/diesel mechanic experience
Leadership experience with the ability to delegate and coach team members
Intermediate proficiency with diagnostic tools and software
Valid Driver’s License; Class B CDL preferred (or willingness to obtain within 90 days)
Welding experience (MIG) preferred
Solid understanding of DOT, OSHA, and vehicle safety standards
Ability to read and apply service and technical documentation
Must be able to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Own basic mechanic tool set
Safety-sensitive position

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and guidance to mechanics, ensuring work is completed efficiently and safely
Develop strong working relationships with team members
Enforce all shop procedures, including Lockout/Tagout compliance
Assure daily re-torques are completed
Delegate work to mechanics, including VCRs, projects, down-truck repairs, deferred work orders, and pending parts
Ensure all teammates take scheduled breaks and lunches
Assist and mentor teammates to support skill development
Serve as the primary contact for drivers regarding truck issues and defects
Communicate work completed and trucks downed from the night shift; tie in with the day shift
Complete Quality Control Inspections (QCI) and mechanic observations
Secure facilities at the end of the day
Order parts and issue purchase orders; review PO Log Flash daily
Assist in repairs when necessary
Perform advanced preventive maintenance and repairs on diesel trucks and heavy equipment
Diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems
Utilize diagnostic tools and software (Cummins Insite, Davie-4, Allison DOC)
Conduct DOT and OSHA-compliant safety inspections
Execute MIG welding and basic fabrication tasks
Test drive vehicles to confirm repair quality and performance
Record repairs, parts, and hours using fleet maintenance software
Review and act on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs)
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop environment