What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diesel Mechanic position at Waste Industries?
Safely operate, repair, rebuild and perform maintenance on Company owned or leased heavy duty diesel trucks and equipment including rolling stock to ensure its ability to operate safely
At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life!
Our employees are affectionately known as team green, a name that unites us all under our shared purpose of providing sustainable solutions to enable our customers and communities to be GREEN FOR LIFE!
GFL Environmental is one of North America's leading waste management companies, proudly making communities cleaner, safer, and happier through first-class service. Working for GFL is more than a job - it's an opportunity to grow in your career, make new friends, and make a difference each day.
Our Mechanics safely operate, repair, rebuild and perform maintenance on Company owned or leased heavy duty diesel trucks and equipment including rolling stock to ensure its ability to operate safely, so our Drivers can continue to keep local neighborhoods clean and safe, by courteously and efficiently providing waste removal and environmental services to customers.
Essential Functions
We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com
At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life!
Our employees are affectionately known as team green, a name that unites us all under our shared purpose of providing sustainable solutions to enable our customers and communities to be GREEN FOR LIFE!
- 15 days of paid time off
- 4 medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution & match program
- 401(k) with an employer match u
- Paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services.
GFL Environmental is one of North America's leading waste management companies, proudly making communities cleaner, safer, and happier through first-class service. Working for GFL is more than a job - it's an opportunity to grow in your career, make new friends, and make a difference each day.
Our Mechanics safely operate, repair, rebuild and perform maintenance on Company owned or leased heavy duty diesel trucks and equipment including rolling stock to ensure its ability to operate safely, so our Drivers can continue to keep local neighborhoods clean and safe, by courteously and efficiently providing waste removal and environmental services to customers.
Essential Functions
- Under supervisor of maintenance department leadership and senior-level mechanics, diagnose, repair and maintain GFL's Diesel and CNG fleet (where applicable).
- Complete basic inspection of brake systems, engine components, emission systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings and other important parts to ensure they are in proper operating condition.
- Test drive trucks to diagnose malfunctions and ensure they are working properly.
- Perform standard electronic diagnostics and repair electrical equipment and hydraulic systems.
- Perform DOT and brake inspections on all vehicles.
- Complete reports, work orders, order parts and perform other administrative duties as required daily.
- Complete work as scheduled by shop supervision or higher-grade technicians.
- Ensure safe working conditions and compliance with all safety regulations.
- Must have a Brake safety certificate and 609 A/C system certification.
- Active participation in training classes and development opportunities to increase skills and working knowledge.
- Maintain a clean work area.
- Knowledge of DOT, OSHA and other related state and federal regulations
- Ability to communicate effectively across various levels of the organization and communicate with customers and external vendors.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating, and maintenance instructions and procedural manuals.
- Experience using diagnostic software is preferred. Must be computer literate and willing and able to be trained in software systems.
- Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred.
- ASE certifications beneficial.
- 3 years of diesel and CNG (where applicable)
We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com
