What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diesel Mechanic position at wasteconnections?
Mammoth Disposal has an immediate opening for an experienced Diesel Mechanic to support our fleet operations in Mammoth Lakes, California. This position is primarily based in Mammoth Lakes, with occasional work performed at our Bishop maintenance facility. Mechanics seeking stable, year-round employment with competitive pay, overtime opportunities, and excellent benefits are encouraged to apply. Carpool options are available between Bishop and Mammoth as needed. Schedule • Monday through Friday • Start time between 5:30 AM and 7:00 AM • Typical workday of 8 to 10 hours • Occasional Saturdays as needed • Occasional travel to support Blue Team operations may be required Compensation Starting Pay: $38.00 - $40.00 per hour, depending on experience, qualifications, and certifications. The pay range for this job category is $38-42.25/hour. Key Responsibilities • Perform routine maintenance and repairs on diesel trucks, including engines, chassis, body components, hydraulic cylinders, brake systems, suspension systems, cooling systems, wheels, and tires. • Diagnose and repair heavy equipment, including forklifts, loaders, skid steers, material handlers, and recycling sorting systems. • Inspect vehicles and equipment for proper operating condition, fluid levels, differentials, final drives, pump drives, hubs, and other critical components. • Utilize diagnostic software and onboard computer systems to troubleshoot and repair equipment. • Conduct required safety inspections on vehicles and equipment. • Complete maintenance records, parts tracking, and repair documentation using fleet maintenance software. • Review and address defects identified through Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs). • Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with company policies and OSHA standards. • Follow all required safety procedures and communicate repair needs effectively. Working Conditions • Extensive physical activity, including lifting, pushing, and pulling objects exceeding 50 pounds. • Work performed both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions. • Frequent bending, climbing, kneeling, and working in confined spaces. • Exposure to grease, dirt, moving equipment, and mechanical hazards while following established safety procedures. Qualifications • Experience in diesel truck and heavy equipment maintenance and repair. • Knowledge of hydraulic systems and repairs. • Valid Class A or Class B CDL with air brake endorsement preferred, but not required at the time of hire. Candidates must be willing to obtain a CDL in the future. • Clean driving record. • Must provide personal hand tools. • Welding and fabrication experience is a plus. Benefits • Annual Safety Incentive Program • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance • 401(k) Retirement Plan • Paid Time Off (PTO) • Company-provided uniforms and high-visibility safety gear • Annual Boot Allowance To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at www.wasteconnections.com. Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest. We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future". Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status. Waste Connections is an integrated solid waste services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services in mostly exclusive and secondary markets. Our goal is to create an environment where self-directed, empowered employees strive to consistently fulfill our constituent commitments and seek to create positive impacts through interactions with customers, communities, and fellow employees. OUR PEOPLE MEAN EVERYTHING TO US Waste Connections is always working to protect the health of the communities we serve, and we are grateful for the hard work and dedication that you bring to your job every day. Working here means you are a safety-minded individual who is making important contributions on a daily basis that will make a positive impact on those around you. We appreciate that you are a person of integrity who takes pride in the work you do. Our Opportunities BUILD TALENT FROM WITHIN People who want to gain valuable professional experience will find that Waste Connections is a fantastic place to work. You’ll enjoy the opportunity for beneficial training and professional development opportunities that can help enhance your skills and lead the way to a more promising future. LET’S REALIZE YOUR GOALS TOGETHER Bring your passion to succeed and you’ll quickly discover that great opportunities are all around you. At Waste Connections, you’ll thrive if you are friendly, dedicated, and prefer a work hard/play hard culture that is focused on maintaining our reputation as the premier waste services company in the markets we serve. Bring your passion to succeed and you’ll quickly discover that great opportunities and people are all around you. We operate a highly decentralized structure, so we look for energetic individuals who can demonstrate individual initiative and creativity and prefer a work hard/play hard team environment and culture. At Waste Connections, diversity and inclusion are essential to our success. We hire and empower great, capable people from a wide variety of backgrounds and lead with our values. For more than 20 years, we have maintained a culture of safety, integrity and service to build a great place to work. Our culture is built on taking care of each other and the communities we serve.