A Level 2nd Shift Truck Mechanic---Hiring Bonus up to $10,000

Casella Waste Systems, Inc.•Tonawanda, NY

65d•$25 - $45

About The Position

The Truck Mechanic maintains diesel equipment, completes inspections and preventive maintenance requirements, corrects vehicle deficiencies, completes adjustments and alignments, and maintains records to ensure we are able to keep our level of commitment to safety and customer service. Technicians at Casella participate in a Career Pathways Program that offers exceptional Advancement Opportunity and Regular Merit Increases. The hourly pay range for this position is $25-$45 per hour based on experience. Position comes with an annual $2,000 tool allowance. Hiring Bonuses Paid by Career Path Level (to be determined at time of hire): Apprentice - $2,000 Tech B - $3,000 Tech A - $5,000 Master - $6,000 #INDSJ

Requirements

The successful candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, must be at least 18 years of age, hold a valid Class A, B, or C Driver's license and must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
The candidate must have a minimum of 1-year experience inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing trucks and stationary equipment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, effective listening and problem-solving skills, and dedication to providing excellent customer service is desired.
It is also important that the candidate has demonstrated the ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment.
This position requires successful completion of pre-employment testing, including a drug screen.

Responsibilities

Performs all job duties in accordance with company safety policies and regulations.
Performs maintenance tasks based on driver pre and post trip inspections in a timely manner or as directed by maintenance manager.
Maintains diesel equipment operation by completing inspections and preventative maintenance requirements and makes appropriate corrections when needed.
Works in adverse conditions at times including heat, cold, wind, rain and snow to repair equipment and vehicles.
Builds and assembles machines or mechanical components according to requirements.
Troubleshoots reported problems and resolve them in a timely manner.
Maintainsâ¯all relevant records for all work and procedures and reports on issues.
Performsâ¯accurate lockout/tagout procedures.
Runs diagnostic tests on vehicles and analyzes the results to problem solve;â¯test drive vehicles to diagnose malfunctions when necessary.
Perform any and all necessary procedures to ensure maximum reliability and the safety of the equipment operatorâ¯including, performing preventative maintenance inspections, tire changes, changes of breaks and any other utilities that are part of the vehicle;â¯builds, rebuilds, and replacesâ¯hydraulic components and hoses of any vehicle or stationary equipment.
Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.