Union Diesel Fleet Mechanic

Waste Connections • Vancouver, WA

130d • $32 - $38

About The Position

Waste Connections has an immediate opening for a Union Diesel Mechanic to work on our truck fleet in Vancouver, Washington. The schedule is Monday - Friday, Shift 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM with overtime often; typically 9 - 10 hour shifts. The hourly wage is $35.21/HR with full union benefits, a pension contribution of $4.00 per hour worked, and a tool allowance of $1.00 per hour. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3-5+ years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified above.
• Valid Class A or B CDL with air brakes endorsement preferred.
• CDL permit required within first 90 days of employment.
• CDL license required within 1 year of employment.
• Must provide own personal tools.
• Welding/fabrication experience is a huge plus.

Responsibilities

• Repairs include but are not limited to, routine maintenance and repairing engine chassis and body components, hydraulic cylinders, brake systems, suspension systems, cooling systems, wheels and tires.
• Inspects equipment and/or trucks for condition, operations, parts and fluid levels, differentials, final drives, pump drives, and hubs.
• Knowledge of hydraulics repair is REQUIRED.
• Utilizes vehicle computer electronics systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs.
• Conducts safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
• Completes required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
• Reviews, completes, or assigns repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
• Performs maintenance related work as required.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.
• Performs required safety protocols while working on vehicles.
• Ability to effectively communicate needed repairs or tasks.
• Extensive physical activity including heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.
• Work environment may be indoors in a shop, or outdoors to repair trucks on the road.
• Usually, well-lighted and ventilated; sometimes necessary to work in awkward or tight positions and to handle greasy or dirty tools.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Pension Plan
• Union Benefits
• Uniforms/Safety Gear
• Yearly Boot Allowance
• Yearly Safety Bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Waste Management and Remediation Services