Waste Connections has an immediate opening for a Union Journeyman Diesel Mechanic to work on our truck fleet in in Vancouver, Washington .
Schedule is Monday Friday
Graveyard Shift 9 : 30 PM to 6 : 00 AM with overtime often; typically 9 -10 hour shifts.
Hourly Wage : $33.91 / HR
- Union Benefits : Full union benefits equal to an additional $2 per hour over the course of the year.
- Pension contribution : $4.00 per hour worked.
- Tool Allowance $1.00 Per Hour.
- Total compensation package worth nearly $40 per hour .
Safety Sensitive Position : Yes
RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Repairs include but are not limited to, routine maintenance and repairing engine chassis and body components, hydraulic cylinders, brake systems, suspension systems, cooling systems, wheels and tires.
- Inspects equipment and / or trucks for condition, operations, parts and fluid levels, differentials, final drives, pump drives, and hubs.
- Knowledge of hydraulics repair is REQUIRED .
- Utilizes vehicle computer electronics systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs.
- Conducts safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
- Completes 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.
- Performs maintenance related work as required.
- Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.
- Performs required safety protocols while working on vehicles.
- Ability to effectively communicate needed repairs or tasks.
- 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.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS :
- Minimum of 3-5+ years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified above.
- Valid Class A or B CDL with air brakes endorsement .
- CDL permit within .
- CDL license within .
- Must provide own personal tools.
- Welding / fabrication experience is a huge plus!
WHAT WE OFFER YOU :
- Paid Time Off
- Pension Plan
- Union Benefits
- Uniforms / Safety Gear
- Yearly Boot Allowance
- Yearly Safety Bonus
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