Diesel Mechanic - 1p-1130p Shift - Birmingham, AL

This role is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers.

About the role

As a Diesel Mechanic at WM, you’ll work in a safer environment with career progression, stability for your family, and competitive pay and benefits. Each day, you’ll fix trucks and equipment that service over 20 million customers across the USA, taking pride in supporting your local community.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems on a wide range of vehicles and equipment.
• Estimate time and material costs for vehicle repairs and new parts.
• Perform work within Standard Labor Repair Times (SRTs).
• Respond to service calls for emergency breakdowns.
• Conduct safety checks on vehicles to ensure employee and community safety.
• Complete required paperwork, documenting parts usage and repair times.
• Assist senior Mechanics in completing project work.
• Review, complete, or assign repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate/OSHA Standards.
• Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Work on modern diesel equipment and, at some locations, CNG trucks using advanced tools and procedures.

Requirements

• 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Over 18 years of age.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Successfully complete and pass pre-employment drug screen and physical.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, and climbing.
• Constant standing, walking, and grasping; occasional sitting and balancing.
• Exposure to physical occupational risks (e.g., cuts, burns, toxic chemicals) often.
• Exposure to dirt, odors, noise, and weather extremes often.
• Work occurs in both inside garage/shop conditions and outside conditions, including inclement weather, heat, and humidity.

Skills

• Team player who cares about everyone in the shop.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Enjoys variety and new challenges daily.
• Determined problem solver.

Pay

Starting salary of $29–$33.00 per hour, depending on experience.

• $500 quarterly tool allowance.
• $150 annual boot allowance.

Schedule

• Monday–Friday every week.
• Shift: 1:00 PM–11:30 PM (Monday–Thursday), 12:00 PM–10:30 PM (Friday).
• Overtime available.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage (dental, vision, and prescription).
• Annual education assistance benefit.
• Company-matched 401(k).
• Adoption assistance and parent support.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.

Location: Birmingham, AL (repair/maintenance shop at our hauling site).