Mechanic, Fleet Maintenance

GFL Environmental Inc.•Port Arthur, TX

About The Position

The Mechanic, Fleet Maintenance safely operates, repairs, rebuilds, and maintains company-owned or leased heavy-duty diesel trucks and equipment, including rolling stock, to ensure they can operate safely. The role diagnoses operational problems, maintains and repairs diesel, CNG, gas, and electrically operated vehicles and equipment, and handles related planning, parts procurement, documentation, and administrative work. The mechanic also supports safe working conditions, employee training, and ongoing technical learning, and performs other duties as requested by management.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; a technical diploma is desired.
At least one year of experience as a diesel mechanic.
Computer literacy, ability to be trained on software systems, and willingness to learn.
Ability to meet company criteria for safety-sensitive functions.
Ability to communicate effectively with others.
Ability to follow detailed instructions, work independently, and maintain accurate records.
Ability to understand and effectively use repair and parts manuals written in English.
Ability to operate vehicles or equipment necessary to perform the job.
Physical ability to perform all aspects of the job.
Ability to stand, sit, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance, taste, and smell.
Continuous concentrated mental and visual attention.
Visual ability including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Frequent physical effort, including handling tools and equipment.
Frequently lift, push, or pull up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Technical diploma.
Experience using diagnostic software.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair operational difficulties with heavy-duty diesel trucks and equipment.
Maintain and repair heavy diesel, CNG, gas, and electrically operated equipment and vehicles.
Complete reports and work orders, order parts, and perform other required daily administrative duties.
Plan and schedule repairs in the M5 planner and procure the parts needed to complete the plan.
Assist in reviewing mechanical write-ups and coordinating equipment repair schedules.
Ensure safe working conditions and compliance with safety regulations.
Use a variety of power and hand tools and equipment.
Provide and maintain the tools needed for maintenance tasks involving heavy and hydraulic equipment.
Maintain a clean work area.
Comply with applicable laws, regulations, ordinances, company policies and procedures, and supervisor directives.
Assist with training and orienting new employees.
Keep technical knowledge current through technical manuals, training seminars, and testing.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.