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Heavy Diesel Fleet Mechanic

Waste Connections
Florence, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 5/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/21/2026
County Transfer and Recycling, a Waste Connections company, is looking for a Heavy Diesel Mechanic to join the team in Florence, OR! Mechanics interested in secure, steady employment are encouraged to apply. At least 1 year of experience doing maintenance on diesel trucks is preferred.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00am-5:00pm

Guaranteed Overtime: Time and a half after 40 hours a week!

Competitive Compensation

Starting pay is $28-$30/hr DOE

  • Annual Safety Bonus $$
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Growth opportunities- We pride ourselves on promoting from within
  • We offer benefits that can be customized to meet your family's needs, including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental voluntary plans, wellness programs, and online discounts.
  • 401K retirement with company match.
  • Company Paid Life Insurance

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 make sure the vehicle runs correctly
  • Uses power, machine, and hand tools safely
  • Communicate 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)
    • 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 And Physical Effort

    • Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.
    • Back, leg, arm and shoulder strength required to safely climb in, on and around vehicles to inspect and repair.
    • Ability to work in awkward, tight, or restricted spaces for extended periods of time; Requires the ability to sit, bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, crawl, and be able to get up and down from a supine position.
    • Work environment involves some exposure to physical risks such as moving mechanical parts which require following basic safety precautions.
    • The employee is exposed to outside weather, including frequent wet and/or humid conditions, as well as exposure to fumes and vibration. Noise level is usually moderate.

    Conditions Of Employment

    Candidates for employment must meet position requirements and successfully pass post offer employment examinations including:

    • Background Check
    • MVR Check (Clean driving record)
    • Drug screen
    • If applying through Indeed or other 3rd party website;

    To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application directly through our website: www.wasteconnections.com

    Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

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    Salary : $28 - $30

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