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Diesel Mechanic

Diesel Mechanic

Waste ConnectionsDes Moines, IA, United States
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We are looking for a high energy Diesel Mechanic to join the team at Waste Connections of Des Moines.

Now offering a $5,000 Sign on Bonus

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Perform repairs and assigned preventative maintenance services. Performs inspections, diagnosis, and repair of electrical, hydraulics, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles and equipment.
  • Utilize vehicle computer electronic systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs.
  • Complete 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.
  • Conducts safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
  • Performs service calls for emergency breakdowns. Class B CDL preferred or ability to obtain in the future.
  • Maintain a clean, safe work environment in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.
  • Typical schedule is Monday-Friday, occasional Saturdays as needed. 45 hours a week average.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT :

  • Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; 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. These factors require following basic safety precautions.

    • MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS :

  • Valid Class B CDL with air brakes endorsement preferred or the ability to obtain in the future required.
  • Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Minimum5 year of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
  • Must provide own personal tools. Welding / fabrication experience a huge plus !

    • Apply today and Connect with Your Future!

    We offer excellent benefits including : medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement.

    Waste Connections is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities / Female / Disabled / Vetera n

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    Diesel Mechanic • Des Moines, IA, United States