Mechanic (Afternoons)

Priority Waste Resources•Detroit, MI

6h•Onsite

About The Position

Priority Waste, headquartered in Clinton Township, Michigan, provides waste hauling services. The company has experienced rapid growth since its founding in 2018, allowing for continuous workforce expansion. Priority Waste operates out of several facilities, including two transfer stations, and serves both municipal solid-waste and construction and demolition customers. Through its yellow fleet of residential, roll off, and front load trucks and containers, Priority Waste prioritizes the customer experience.

Requirements

Ability to work Afternoons
Understands work orders and labor time standards
Experience with maintenance to be performed on refuse trucks and heavy machinery
Minimum two years experience as a heavy-duty technician
Must be able to perform basic inspections of the following: brakes, drivetrain, emissions, hydraulics, emissions, transmissions, general engine, steering and suspension
People who excel in a collaborative environment (team players)
A willingness to do whatever the situation calls for
An excitement to be part of a growing organization
A genuine understanding that the quality of your work has a direct impact on the company’s success

Nice To Haves

Commercial Driver's License is a plus but not required
ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Certifications are a plus but not required

Responsibilities

Keeps up on maintenance of vehicles and equipment
Performs engine repair and maintenance
Performs welding and fabrication
Scans trucks and troubleshoots mechanical issues using electronic tools
Performs electrical repairs
Assists with DOT inspections
Completes oil changes and greasing trucks/equipment
Repairs tires, including replacement when necessary
Performs preventative maintenance on vehicles to enable minimal downtime
Safely executes road service calls when necessary to ensure the equipment is being returned in a safe manner
Troubleshoots emissions issues
Actively problem solves
Executes work orders and turns into Maintenance Supervisor for company records