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Mechanic / TechnicianFull-Time

Entry Level Diesel Mechanic

Waste Connections

📍 Glenmont, NY 12077📅 Posted November 8, 2026Listing sourced from Waste Connections Careers

Pay: From $25 / hour

Employment type: Full-Time. Confirm working hours on the application page.

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Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm / 50-55 Hours per week.
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Job Description

Hiring Immediately!

  • Overtime Eligible
  • Annual boot allowance
  • Earn quarterly safety bonuses
  • Stable industry, year round employment
  • Weekly pay!

Robert Wright Disposal, a Waste Connections company, is looking to add an Entry Level Diesel Technician to the team in Glenmont.


Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm / 50-55 Hours per week.


Pay Rate: $25.00 per hour


Why Choose Us?

We are Waste Connections, an integrated services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services to local residents and businesses throughout the U.S. and Canada. We’re proud to be a different kind of company with a different kind of culture. One where self-directed, empowered employees have our trust and full support to realize their potential as they strive to make a bigger and better impact on their communities and careers every day.


Our priority is to make sure we hire mechanics that care about the safety of our drivers and the service provided to the community. As a mechanic with us the minimum responsibilities are:

  • Assists experienced mechanics with vehicle maintenance and repairs, learning the trade under supervision. 
  • Perform routine maintenance and inspections on trucks and equipment
  • Conduct oil changes, filter replacements, tire rotations, and lubrication
  • Assist with brakes inspections, fluid levels, belts, hoses, and other key components
  • Identify potential issues and report necessary repairs to the lead mechanic
  • Maintain accurate service records and reports
  • Keep work areas clean and organized in compliance with safety regulations
  • Assist with minor repairs and support the mechanic team as needed

What we need from you:

  • Mechanical aptitude, a drive to learn and grow with a team. 
  • Ability to adapt to a wide variety of environments to complete work assignments
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Welding/fabrication experience, a major plus

What you’ll get from us:

  • Competitive Compensation
  • 401(K) with company match; let us help you save for your future
  • Healthcare; Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Perks, perks, perks!  Employee Assistance Mental Health Program, Emergency Travel Assistance, Prepaid Legal Plan, Scholarship Opportunities for kids, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Relief Fund
  • Insurance: Life, Short Term/Long Term Disability

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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