What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2nd Shift Diesel Mechanic Helper position at Waste Connections?
Why Choose Us?
At Waste Connections, we’re more than a waste services company—we’re an organization committed to providing essential services while empowering our employees to grow, lead, and make an impact in the communities we serve across the U.S. and Canada.
We pride ourselves on being a different kind of company with a different kind of culture. Here, every employee is trusted, supported, and encouraged to reach their full potential.
What You’ll Do
As a Diesel Mechanic Helper, you'll play a critical role in keeping our fleet safe, reliable, and ready to serve the community. Your responsibilities will include:
At Waste Connections, we’re more than a waste services company—we’re an organization committed to providing essential services while empowering our employees to grow, lead, and make an impact in the communities we serve across the U.S. and Canada.
We pride ourselves on being a different kind of company with a different kind of culture. Here, every employee is trusted, supported, and encouraged to reach their full potential.
What You’ll Do
As a Diesel Mechanic Helper, you'll play a critical role in keeping our fleet safe, reliable, and ready to serve the community. Your responsibilities will include:
- Performing, or assisting in, repairs, inspections, and safety checks on diesel vehicles.
- Diagnosing and repairing electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems.
- Using vehicle computer systems to interpret failure codes and adjust engine and vehicle control modules.
- Assisting in responding to road calls and performing emergency repairs as needed.
- Reviewing, completing, or assisting with repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
- Completing required documentation in fleet maintenance software systems.
- Test-driving vehicles after repairs and services.
- Interacting professionally and courteously with drivers.
- Maintaining a clean, safe, and OSHA-compliant work area.
- Performing other related duties as assigned.
- Experience with diesel diagnostic tools, preventative maintenance, and repair.
- A basic personal tool set.
- Hydraulic system experience is a plus.
- Competitive pay ($24 to $26/hr plus $2/hr shift differential)
- 401(k) with company match to support your long-term financial goals
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision
- A variety of valuable employee perks, including:
- Employee Assistance & Mental Health Programs
- Emergency Travel Assistance
- Prepaid Legal Plan
- Scholarship Opportunities
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Employee Relief Fund
- Insurance coverage including Life, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
Salary : $24 - $26