Heavy Duty Fleet Mechanic - Meridian, ID

Job Description

Hardin Sanitation,  a trusted Waste Connections company, is looking for a skilled and motivated  Diesel Mechanic  to keep our fleet running strong. If you're a hands-on problem-solver who takes pride in quality work and wants a stable, long-term opportunity in  Meridian, ID , we want to hear from you!

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Schedule:  Monday – Friday | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Occasional Overtime & Saturdays

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Competitive Compensation

Starting pay at $28+/hr  (DOE) with regular increases

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Annual Safety Bonus $$

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Monthly Tool Allowance $$

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Generous Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays

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Customizable Benefits Package : Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Wellness Programs, and more

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401(k) with Company Match

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Company-Paid Life Insurance

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Career Growth : We promote from within—mechanics can grow into lead, supervisor, or shop manager roles

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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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Inspects and repairs vehicles with diesel engines

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Handles routine repairs, including oil and tire changes along with minor and major repairs from A/C, hydraulics, electrical, welding, engine replacement, transmissions, etc.

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Interprets diagnostic test results accurately

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Writes detailed inspection reports and repair plans in our system

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Collaborates with other diesel mechanics

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Completes test drives to make sure the vehicle runs correctly

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Uses power, machine, and hand tools safely

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Communicate with drivers for issues in morning and afternoon

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Reviews, completes or assigns repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports

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Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards

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Follows all Waste Connections repair shop regulations and standards

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REQUIREMENTS

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Valid Driver’s License  with a  Clean Driving Record (Required)

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Experience in heavy truck equipment maintenance and repair

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Provide personal tools.

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Class B CDL  OR the ability to obtain one within 90 days of employment if required.

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Proficiency in vehicle and equipment diagnosis and repair.

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Ability to read and comprehend service and technical information in English.

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WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT

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Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.

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Back, leg, arm and shoulder strength required to safely climb in, on and around vehicles to inspect and repair.

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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.

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Work environment involves some exposure to physical risks such as moving mechanical parts which require following basic safety precautions.

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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.

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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

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***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

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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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