Diesel Mechanic

Company: Waste Connections
Location: Miami
Posted on: April 25, 2025

Job Description:

Waste Connections, Inc. is Hiring a Diesel Mechanic! We have an immediate opening for a high-energy Diesel Mechanic to join the team at our Miami facility. Previous waste experience is a huge plus! This position is night shift from 2 PM - 12 AM, Monday to Friday, with every other Saturday. Pay: $30+/hr DOE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform repairs and assigned preventative maintenance services.
• Conduct 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 using fleet maintenance software programs to document repairs, parts usage, and repair times.
• Review, complete, or assign repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
• Conduct safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
• Perform service calls for emergency breakdowns.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards. WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:
  • Extensive physical activity, including strenuous physical work such as heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling objects over 50 pounds.
  • Sometimes necessary to work in awkward or tight positions and handle greasy or dirty tools. Basic safety precautions must always be followed. MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
    • Bilingual in English and Spanish is required.
    • Minimum 5+ years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
    • Must provide your own personal tools.
    • Computer experience is required for using fleet maintenance software.
    • Experience with DPF Regeneration systems on CUMMINS and MACK trucks is a plus. WHAT WE PROVIDE:
      • PPE, toolboxes, rain gear, etc. provided to new employees.
      • Stay-on bonus: Earn a $5,000 stay-on bonus.
      • Quarterly allowances for tools ($300).
      • Continuous training: Vendors come in to provide classes, ensuring you stay up to date with industry standards.
      • Safety bonus program: Earn up to an additional $1,700 annually for meeting safety goals.
      • Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long-term disability, life insurance, and 401K retirement. HOW TO APPLY: Please apply online at . Waste Connections is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veterans).

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