Fleet Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

A leader in solid waste disposal and recycling for over 25 years is currently recruiting for a Fleet Mechanic to join our amazing team.

As a member of our maintenance team, you will feel like a part of something bigger than yourself. Our team works together towards a common goal, making our fleet the safest in the industry! Do you love the sound of a pneumatic wrench? Is the use of a flame-cutting tool your idea of a fun day? If the answer is Yes, then you’re who we are looking for!

Why you need to join us!

• CULTURE: It’s a Great place to work! We work in an environment where empowered, self directed All-stars know what they do is important.
• INTEGRITY: Our definition is “saying what you will do and then doing it!” We keep our promises to our customers and our employees.

The Position:

We are looking for a high energy Experienced Fleet Mechanic to join the team at our Hauling location in LaGrange, GA. Previous waste experience would be a huge plus !

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform repairs and assigned preventative maintenance services. Performs inspections, diagnosis, and repair of electrical, hydraulics, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles and equipment.
• Utilize vehicle computer electronic systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs.
• Complete 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.
• Conducts safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
• Performs service calls for emergency breakdowns. Class B CDL preferred or ability to obtain in the future.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• 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.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid Class B CDL with air brakes endorsement preferred or the ability to obtain in the future required.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Must provide own personal tools. Welding/fabrication experience a huge plus !

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a protected veteran.

Waste Solutions, is a second generation family owned and operated waste and recycling collection company. Our focus is setting the standard in service to our people and our customers.

Company Description

Waste Solutions, is a second generation family owned and operated waste and recycling collection company. Our focus is setting the standard in service to our people and our customers.