Diesel Mechanic

Ontario Sanitation, a Waste Connections company, is looking for a Diesel Mechanic to join our team in Payette, ID!

Location: 1840 NE 10th Ave, Payette, ID

Work Week: Monday - Friday. 7:00am -4:00PM Overtime as needed. Occasional Saturdays.

Competitive Compensation:

Starting pay is $26+ DOE with regular wage increases.

• $100 Monthly Tool Allowance
• Annual Safety Bonus
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Growth opportunities- We pride ourselves on promoting from within
• We offer benefits that can be customized to meet your family's needs, including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental voluntary plans, wellness programs, and online discounts.
• 401K retirement with company match.
• Company Paid Life Insurance

Waste Connections has many stable opportunities for qualified and motivated individuals who want to be part of a dynamic organization. We provide competitive benefits and lots of room for individual growth as the company expands. Because we operate with a highly decentralized structure, we look for individuals who are energetic and have individual initiative and creativity. Join us and be a part of a winning team!

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspects and repairs vehicles with diesel engines
• 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.
• Communicate with drivers for issues in morning and afternoon.

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:

• Possess a valid Oregon driver license. With clean driving record.
• 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.
• Minimum 1 year of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Must provide own personal tools. Welding/fabrication experience a huge plus!

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Candidates for employment must meet position requirements and successfully pass post offer employment examinations including:

• Background Check
• MVR Check
• Drug screen

To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at www.wasteconnections.com. Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest.

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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