Heavy Diesel Fleet Mechanic

Les' Sanitary Service a Waste Connections company, is looking for a Heavy Diesel Mechanic to join the team in CoosBay, OR! 

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(This position will also help support our satellite location in Reedsport.)

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Mechanics interested in secure, steady employment are encouraged to apply.  At least 1 year of experience doing maintenance on diesel trucks is preferred.  

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Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

Guaranteed Overtime: Time and a half after 40 hours/ week.

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Competitive Compensation:

Starting pay is $28-$30/hr DOE

• 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

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspects and repairs vehicles with diesel engines
• Handles routine repairs, including oil and tire changes along with minor and major repairs from A/C, hydraulics, electrical, welding, engine replacement, transmissions, etc.
• Interprets diagnostic test results accurately
• Writes detailed inspection reports and repair plans in our system
• Collaborates with other diesel mechanics
• Completes test drives to make sure the vehicle runs correctly
• Uses power, machine, and hand tools safely
• Communicate with drivers for issues in morning and afternoon
• Reviews, completes or assigns repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards
• Follows all Waste Connections repair shop regulations and standards

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REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid Driver’s License with a Clean Driving Record (Required)
• Pass Background and Pre-employment Drug Test.
• Experience in heavy truck equipment maintenance and repair 
• Provide personal tools.
• Class B CDL OR the ability to obtain one within 90 days of employment if required.
• Proficiency in vehicle and equipment diagnosis and repair.
• Ability to read and comprehend service and technical information in English.

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WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.
• Back, leg, arm and shoulder strength required to safely climb in, on and around vehicles to inspect and repair.
• Ability to work in awkward, tight, or restricted spaces for extended periods of time; Requires the ability to sit, bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, crawl, and be able to get up and down from a supine position.
• Work environment involves some exposure to physical risks such as moving mechanical parts which require following basic safety precautions.
• The employee is exposed to outside weather, including frequent wet and/or humid conditions, as well as exposure to fumes and vibration. Noise level is usually moderate.

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CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

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

•             Background Check

•             MVR Check (Clean driving record)

•             Drug screen

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***If applying through Indeed or other 3rd party website;

To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application directly through our website:  www.wasteconnections.com

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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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