Overview

Interstate Waste Services is the most progressive and innovative provider of solid waste and recycling services in the country! We primarily service Northern New Jersey, Southern New York State, New York City, and recently expanded our operations of transfer stations into Pennsylvania and Ohio, where we also own and operate a state-of-the-art rail-served landfill. We cater to a diverse range of residential, industrial and commercial customers. Our mission has always been to provide our customers with the highest quality waste, recycling and environmental services, while keeping focus on employee, customer and environmental safety.

What makes our company culture unique is we have mastered the ability to balance the standards of a large corporate company while maintaining our small business family style culture.

Responsibilities

WE’RE INVESTED IN YOU

We’re dedicated to helping our employees grow, both professionally and financially. Key benefits:

Competitive wage (based on experience) plus Time and a half for Overtime

Up to 6% 401(k) contribution with no matching strings attached

15 days (120 hours) of paid time off (PTO) within the first year

Holiday pay

Uniforms provided with laundry services

$250 annual boot allowance

Medical, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability coverage

Ongoing training and career ladders for advancement

Year-round employment

Safety and care for our employees are core values

M-F and every other Sat- afternoon Shift 12pm to 1030pm

Our Diesel Mechanics perform inspection, diagnosis and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles and equipment, including diesel heavy trucks and engines. Performs preventive maintenance inspection (PMI); troubleshoots, repairs, and rebuilds major components on vehicles and equipment. Ensures accurate diagnosis and effective repair and/or replacement of components. Additional responsibilities include: 

• Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures. 
• Completes required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
• Assists in the repair and adjustment of equipment.

• Washes vehicles and equipment.
• Conducts safety checks on vehicles.
• Assists with service calls for breakdowns.
• Perform other maintenance related work as required. 
• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate / OSHA Standards. 

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience as class A or B mechanic 
• Computer diagnostic experience is required 
• Prior experience from waste management industry or heavy equipment/yellow iron dealership experience is a plus 

• Trade school or similar training is a plus 
• Knowledge of safety procedures and practices 

Additional Information

IWS is committed to providing a world class work place to all employees. Each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including, hourly pay based on experience and paid overtime, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and more. Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days.

We believe in providing the training and development you need to grow your career with IWS. Many of our Supervisors, Managers, and other leadership staff, started their careers as Helpers, Drivers, or Dispatchers. IWS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

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