Senior Heavy Duty Truck Mechanic

Burrtec Waste Industries•Riverside, CA

6d•$40 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

Burrtec is hiring a Senior Heavy Duty Truck Mechanic for its Riverside Hauling Division. The role involves diagnosing, inspecting, maintaining, and repairing trucks and other equipment, including engines, transmissions, brakes, tires, and hydraulic hoses. The mechanic responds to road calls, maintains records, and follows established safety procedures. Work may involve varying shifts, weekends, holidays, extended hours outdoors, and physically demanding tasks in a range of weather and shop conditions. The salary range is $39.70–$40.70, with a $3,000 hiring bonus paid in three $1,000 installments after 90 workdays, six months, and 12 months of employment. Employees must be actively employed at each bonus milestone. Burrtec offers a benefits package including 401(k), 100% paid medical, dental, and life insurance, holidays, vacation, and PSL.

Requirements

Five years of experience in CNG/LNG/diesel truck repair and equipment maintenance.
Valid California driver's license and a clean driving record.
Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and techniques used in vehicle and equipment repair and maintenance.
Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and perform repairs.
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
Working knowledge of mechanical design and fabrication, and electrical systems including computerized induction/ignition systems.
Skill in using power and hand tools and diagnostic equipment.
Skill in acetylene and electric arc welding.
Ability to operate vehicles and equipment for diagnostic purposes.
Ability to work varying shifts, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to diagnose problems and make repairs in the field.
Ability to lift objects weighing up to 75 pounds.
Ability to work extended hours outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, including manufacturers’ service specifications.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to perform heavy lifting up to 75 pounds, work overhead and underneath equipment, and perform physically demanding work.

Responsibilities

Perform major and minor engine repairs and repair engine accessories.
Respond to road calls and perform other duties assigned by a supervisor.
Diagnose, rebuild, and repair vehicles and equipment.
Perform detailed inspections and preventive maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
Troubleshoot, diagnose, remove, and repair engines.
Remove and replace transmissions and brakes.
Repair, mount, and dismount tires.
Repair and replace hydraulic hoses.
Prepare and maintain records and reports.
Follow all safety procedures and policies.