Diesel Mechanic

GFL Environmental
Byron Center, Michigan
$24-$28 an hour
Full-time

Safely operate, repair, rebuild and perform maintenance on Company owned or leased heavy duty diesel trucks and equipment including rolling stock to ensure its ability to operate safely

Let’s Get Technical-

GFL Environmental is one of North America’s leading waste management companies, proudly making communities cleaner, safer, and happier through first-class service.

Working for GFL is more than a job it’s an opportunity to grow in your career, make new friends, and make a difference each day.

Our Mechanics safely operate, repair, rebuild and perform maintenance on Company owned or leased heavy duty diesel trucks and equipment including rolling stock to ensure its ability to operate safely, so our Drivers can continue to keep local neighborhoods clean and safe, by courteously and efficiently providing waste removal and environmental services to customers.

Salary : $24-$28 / hr.$3 shift differential

A day in the life of a Mechanic :

  • Diagnose and repair operational difficulties with heavy duty diesel trucks and equipment
  • Maintain and repair heavy diesel, CNG, gas and electrically operated equipment and vehicles
  • Complete reports, work orders, order parts and perform other administrative duties as required daily
  • Plan and schedule repairs in M5 planner and procure all parts for successful plan
  • Assist in the review of mechanical write-ups on equipment and coordinate repair schedule
  • Ensure safe working conditions and compliance with all safety regulations
  • Utilize a variety of power and hand tools and equipment
  • Possess, provide, and maintain tools necessary to perform tasks related to maintenance on heavy / hydraulic equipment.

What’s required :

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); technical diploma desired
  • Minimum of one (1) year experience as a diesel mechanic
  • Must be computer literate, have the ability to be trained on software systems and the willingness to learn.
  • Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety sensitive functions according to Company standards
  • Experience using diagnostic software a plus
  • Conform in all respects with applicable federal, state / provincial, and local laws, regulations, ordinances, and other orders and to all company policies, procedures and directives from supervisors.
  • Demonstrate ability to follow detailed instructions, work independently and maintain accurate records
  • Ability to operate any vehicle or equipment necessary to perform job
  • Possess physical ability to perform all aspects of job
  • 30+ days ago
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