Waste Connections

Advanced Diesel Repair Technician (Frederickson, WA)

Waste Connections  •  $35 - $36/hr  •  United States (Onsite)  •  18 days ago
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Job Description

PCR/Lemay is seeking a reliable, safety‑focused Diesel Mechanicin Frederickson, WA, to support our heavy‑duty truck and trailer maintenance teams. This position offers a competitive hourly rate, CDL premium, swing‑shift differential, and a $5,000 stay‑on bonus.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Hourly Rate:$35.00 – $36.00/hour
  • CDL Premium:Additional $1.00/hour for Class A or B CDL holders
  • Shift Differential:+$1.50/hour for swing shift
  • Stay‑On Bonus:$5,000

Benefits include:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Retirement plan (401k) with employer match
  • Paid time off, paid sick leave, and holidays
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Other compensation: overtime pay, tool allowance, and employee recognition programs

Schedule & Overtime

  • Shift:Monday – Friday, 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM
  • Overtime:Average 8–10 hours/week; paid at 1.5×
  • Shift:Swing shift with differential applied

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance and repairs on diesel trucks/trailers
  • Diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems
  • Use diagnostic toolsand software (Cummins Insite, Davie‑4, Allison DOC)
  • Perform DOT and OSHA‑compliant safety inspections
  • Execute MIG weldingand basic fabrication tasks
  • Test drive vehicles to confirm repair quality/performance
  • Record repairs, parts, and hours using fleet maintenance software
  • Review and act on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs)
  • Ensure a clean, organized, and safe shop environment
  • Communicate repairs and issues effectively with drivers and supervisors
  • Apply Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures during maintenance

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum of 3 years heavy truck/ diesel mechanicexperience
  • Intermediate proficiency with diagnostic toolsand software
  • Valid Driver’s License; Class B CDL preferred(or obtain within 90 days)
  • Welding experience (MIG) preferred
  • Solid understanding of DOT, OSHA, and vehicle safety standards
  • Ability to read and apply service and technical documentation
  • Must be able to work independently and collaboratively in a team
  • Own basic mechanic tool set
  • SAFETY SENSITIVE: YES

To be considered for any of our current openings, you must complete an application at www.careers.wasteconnections.com. Once you select your position of interest, you will find application information and additional instructions.

We offer excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, long-term and short-term disability insurance, life insurance, a 401 (k) retirement plan, and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future."

A link to our benefits overview can be found here: https://careers.wasteconnections.com/us/en/benefits

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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Waste Connections

About Waste Connections

Pick your destination. We’ll help you get there. That’s how we’ve been growing our local teams and our national recognition for more than 20 years. Our culture is rooted in the idea that our leaders are here to serve our employees. That means wherever you’re headed on your journey – to a new role, to a better lifestyle, or simply to those moments on the job that stick with you – rest assured, we’ll be traveling along with you.

We are Waste Connections, an integrated services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services to local residents and businesses throughout the U.S. and Canada. We’re proud to be a different kind of company with a different kind of culture. One where self-directed, empowered employees have our trust and full support to realize their potential as they strive to make a bigger and better impact on their communities and careers every day.

Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Spring, Texas
Year Founded
1997
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