Heavy Diesel Fleet Mechanic

About the role

Les' Sanitary Service, a Waste Connections company, is seeking a Heavy Diesel Mechanic to join the team in Coos Bay, OR. This position also supports the satellite location in Reedsport. The role offers secure, steady employment and prefers at least one year of experience maintaining diesel trucks.

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 ensure the vehicle runs correctly
• Uses power, machine, and hand tools safely
• Communicates 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

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
• Working conditions: extensive physical activity; requires strenuous work, heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling objects over 50 lb; back, leg, arm and shoulder strength needed to climb in, on and around vehicles; ability to work in awkward, tight or restricted spaces for extended periods; must be able to sit, bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, crawl and get up from a supine position
• Exposure to outside weather (frequent wet/humid conditions), fumes, vibration; moderate noise level

Pay

Starting pay is $28–$30 per hour (DOE) with an annual safety bonus.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–4:30 pm; guaranteed overtime at time‑and‑half after 40 hours per week.

Benefits

• Growth opportunities – promotion from within
• Customizable benefits package: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental voluntary plans, wellness programs, online discounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Generous paid time off