Heavy Diesel Fleet Mechanic
Waste Connections · $30–$35/hr (stated in the posting)
Sutherlin Sanitary is seeking a dependable Diesel Mechanic to join our team. We provide long-term stability and peace of mind that comes with working in an essential service industry. Reliable day-shift hours and year-round work, if you value safety, teamwork, and quality work, we'd love to hear from you.
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SCHEDULE: Full Time | Monday – Friday.
- 10:00am-6:00pm
- Overtime after 40 hours
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Salary: Starting at $30.00-$35.00+ per hour (DOE)
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COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION:
- Yearly Safety Bonuses $
- Yearly Boot Allowance $
- Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA,
- Supplemental voluntary plans, Wellness programs, and Online discounts.
- 401K with 5% Company match - No vesting period!
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Growth opportunities- We pride ourselves on promoting from within
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Diagnose, repair, and maintain diesel trucks, heavy equipment, and fleet vehicles.
- Perform preventive maintenance to keep equipment operating safely and efficiently.
- Use computerized diagnostic tools to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and engine issues.
- Conduct safety inspections and complete repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs).
- Document repairs, parts usage, and labor hours using fleet maintenance software.
- Communicate repair needs and work status with drivers, technicians, and supervisors.
- Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow all company and OSHA safety standards.
- Perform additional maintenance and repair duties as needed to support fleet operations.
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REQUIREMENTS:
- Valid Driver’s License with a Clean Driving Record (Required)
- 2+ years of diesel repair experience (fleet, trucking, heavy equipment, etc.) or completion of a diesel tech program
- Ability to read and interpret service manuals in English
- Provide personal tools.
- Eligibility to obtain Class B CDL if required.
- Welding or fabrication experience is a big plus!
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Candidates for employment must meet position requirements and successfully pass post offer employment examinations including:
• Background Check
• MVR Check
• Drug screen
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WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:
- Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.
- Back, leg, arm and shoulder strength required to safely climb in, on and around vehicles to inspect and repair.
- Ability to work in awkward, tight, or restricted spaces for extended periods of time; Requires the ability to sit, bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, crawl, and be able to get up and down from a supine position.
- Work environment involves some exposure to physical risks such as moving mechanical parts which require following basic safety precautions.
- The employee is exposed to outside weather, including frequent wet and/or humid conditions, as well as exposure to fumes and vibration. Noise level is usually moderate.
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***If applying through Indeed or other 3rd party website. ***
To be considered for any of our openings, you must complete an application directly through OUR website: www.wasteconnections.com.
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Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.
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