Lead Diesel Mechanic

Waste Connections•New Bedford, MA

4d•$33 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

Harvey Waste & Recycling has an opening for a Diesel Mechanic to join their growing team at their site in New Bedford, MA. This is a stable industry with year-round employment and weekly pay. The company is an integrated services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services to local residents and businesses throughout the U.S. and Canada. They are looking for mechanics who care about the safety of their drivers and the service provided to the community.

Requirements

Proficiency in a variety of diesel vehicle diagnostic tools, preventative maintenance and repair.
Basic tool set
Class B CDL or ability to obtain within 90 days of start of position

Nice To Haves

Hydraulic experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Schedules and coordinates maintenance work assignments, ensuring timely completion of repairs and preventive maintenance tasks.
Maintains and updates computerized fleet management systems, tracking out-of-service equipment and monitoring repair status.
Perform repairs and inspections, safety checks, diagnosis and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on diesel vehicles.
Utilize vehicle computer electrical systems to interpret failure modes to identify and adjust Engine and Vehicle Control modules
Respond to road calls for emergency repairs
Reviewing, Completing or assigning repairs identified on driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
Completing required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software programs.
Test driving trucks after services and repairs
Helping other team members with repairs as needed
Having professional and courteous interactions with our drivers when needed.
Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.
Perform other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.