Burrtec is a well-established refuse and recycling collection company serving over fifteen municipalities throughout Southern California and employing over 1400 full-time employees. Burrtec continues to grow through co. acquisitions and successful bid proposals. Burrtec is a family-owned company that firmly believes the key element to our success is knowing how important each employee is in the organization. We are currently seeking a CNG/Diesel Mechanic for our Riverside Hauling Division.

CNG/Diesel Mechanic

Under limited supervision, performs work of considerable difficulty in repairing and maintaining vehicles and equipment; performs related work as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Diagnoses, rebuilds, and repairs vehicles and equipment.
• Performs inspections and preventive maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
• Prepares and maintains records and reports.

The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list; additional tasks may be assigned, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Methods, materials, tools, and techniques used in vehicle and equipment repair and maintenance.
• Diagnosing mechanical problems and performing repairs. Safety practices and procedures.

Working knowledge of:

• Mechanical design and fabrication.
• Electrical systems, including computerized induction/ignition systems.

Skill in:

• Use of power and hand tools.
• Use of diagnostic equipment.
• Acetylene and electric arc welding.
• Operation of vehicles and equipment for diagnostic purposes.

Ability to:

• Work varying shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Diagnose problems and make repairs in the field on a 24-hour basis.
• Effectively handle lifting of various objects weighing up to 60 pounds.
• Work extended hours out of doors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
• Follow written and verbal instructions, including manufacturers’ service specifications.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• Within the last 10 years, five years of experience and/or training in vehicle/construction equipment repair and maintenance shop.
• Experience with International, Cummins, CNG / LNG, and/or Diesel engines or any combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position
• Valid California Driver's License and clean driving record, required

PHYSICAL:

• Be able to perform heavy lifting up to 75lbs.
• Physically demanding.
• Work overhead and underneath equipment.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Will be exposed to outdoor weather heat, cold, rain, and wind.
• Will be exposed to moderate levels of noise and dust.

We provide a competitive salary commensurate upon experience and an EXCELLENT benefits package, including 401K and 100% paid medical/dental/life insurance and holidays/vacations/PSLs.