Diesel Technician

Starting shift: 8:00am to 8:00pm, Monday through Friday. Overtime available after 40 hours worked.

Benefits

• 15 days of paid time off
• Annual boot reimbursement
• Overtime after 40 hours worked
• 401K after 6 months of employment
• Health benefits after 60 days

Responsibilities

• Under supervision of maintenance department leadership and senior-level mechanics, diagnose, repair, and maintain GFL’s Diesel and CNG fleet
• Complete basic inspection of brake systems, engine components, emission systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure they are in proper operating condition
• Test drive trucks to diagnose malfunctions and ensure they are working properly
• Perform standard electronic diagnostics and repair electrical equipment and hydraulic systems
• Perform DOT and brake inspections on all vehicles
• Complete reports, work orders, order parts, and perform other administrative duties as required daily
• Complete work as scheduled by shop supervision or higher-grade technicians
• Ensure safe working conditions and compliance with all safety regulations
• Must have a Brake safety certificate and 609 A/C system certification
• Active participation in training classes and development opportunities to increase skills and working knowledge
• Maintain a clean work area

Requirements

• Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, and other related state and federal regulations
• Ability to communicate effectively across various levels of the organization and with customers and external vendors
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals
• Experience using diagnostic software is preferred
• Must be computer literate and willing to be trained in software systems
• Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred, or willingness and ability to obtain one within six (6) months of employment
• ASE certifications preferred
• 3+ years of diesel/CNG maintenance experience

Physical/Mental Demands

• Ability to stand, sit, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance
• Continuous concentrated mental and visual attention required
• Visual requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Ability to operate trucks and other equipment as needed
• Ability to use a computer and related devices (keyboard, mouse, etc.) throughout the workday while seated at a desk or workstation
• Ability to climb ladders, bend, or stand for long periods of time
• Ability to reach above shoulders and lift up to 50 pounds and push/pull up to 100 pounds