Yellow Iron Mechanic

Interstate Waste Services•Bridgewater, NJ

5d•$30 - $38

About The Position

Interstate Waste Services is a provider of solid waste, recycling, and environmental services in the greater New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut markets, with a rail-served landfill in Ohio. The company describes itself as combining the resources of a large company with the values and care of a family-run business. Yellow Iron Diesel Mechanics inspect, diagnose, maintain, and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems on vehicles and equipment, primarily yellow iron machinery, diesel heavy trucks, and engines. The mechanic must understand maintenance and breakdown needs, initiate or assign repairs, and be able to operate the machinery being repaired. At times, the mechanic may be on call to assist with emergency breakdowns. The position has no direct reports and works in collaboration with another yellow iron diesel mechanic on a different shift. The work takes place in a potentially hazardous environment with moving machinery. During breakdowns, the mechanic may need to enter a transfer station loading or dumping area. The role may require lifting up to 50 pounds and frequent squatting and standing. The salary range is USD $30.00 to $38.00 per hour.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States.
Have a valid driver's license.
Have at least 5 years of experience in the job duties.
Have working knowledge of applicable DOT and OSHA standards and regulations.
Be able to speak and read English well enough to communicate with colleagues, drivers, and dispatch and make legible entries on reports and records.
Be able to meet the physical and safety requirements of the position.
Provide own tools.

Nice To Haves

CDL.
Sanitation or construction industry experience.
Computer diagnostic experience as a diesel technician.
Experience troubleshooting and repairing DPF systems using diagnostic software such as Premium Tech Tool (Mack), Allison transmission, Cummins, CAT, Peterbilt, and Paccar.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair mechanical problems on heavy equipment, including yellow iron machinery, tractor trailers, forklifts, and other diesel trucks.
Perform repairs and assigned preventative maintenance services.
Estimate time and material costs for vehicle repairs and requisition new parts.
Conduct safety checks on vehicles.
Complete required fleet maintenance software paperwork, documenting part usage and repair time.
Review, complete, or assign repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
Maintain a clean and safe work area in compliance with company safety protocols and OSHA standards.
Collaborate with the other yellow iron diesel mechanic, who works a different shift.
Assist Senior Technicians with project work.
Operate machinery being repaired and, when on call, assist with emergency breakdowns.