Job Description

Kahut Waste Services,a Waste Connections company, is looking for a skilled Diesel Mechanicto work on our truck fleet in Clackamas, Oregon.

Monday - Friday from 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Starting wage: $37.00 - $39.00 HR DOE

Safety Sensitive Position: Yes

Mechanics interested in secure, steady employment are encouraged to apply.

Commercial Driver’s license A or B CDLis preferred but not required. Or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of employment with on the job CDLtraining.

Mechanic tools and tool box required, Shop also has tools onsite to use.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs repairs and assigned preventive maintenanceservices. Performs inspections, diagnosis and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles and equipment.

• Utilizes vehicle computer electronics systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs.

• Conducts safety checks on vehicles and equipment.

• Completes required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance softwareprogram associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.

• Reviews, completes or assigns repairs identified on Driver Vehicle InspectionReports.

• Performs maintenance related work as required.

• Performing service calls for emergency breakdowns

• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHAstandards.

• Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.

• Ability to effectively communicate needed repairs or tasks.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS:

• 1+ years’ experience in heavy truck equipment maintenanceand repair; or completion of accredited vocational technical school program.

• CDLpreferredbut not required at time of hire.

• Provide personal tools & tool box.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

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

• Work environment may be indoors in a shop, or outdoors to repair trucks on the road. Usually well-lighted and ventilated. Sometimes necessary to work in awkward or tight positions and to handle greasy or dirty tools. These factors require following basic safety precautions.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Must pass criminal background check, drug panel screening and motor vehicle report to be eligible for employment.

• Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Minimum 1 year of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

• Must provide own personal tools. Welding/fabricationexperience a huge plus!

WHAT WE OFFER YOU:

• Yearly Safety Bonuses up to $1,750!

• Tool Allowance $150.00/month

• Yearly Boot Allowances of up to $300.00/year

• Competitive compensation

• Performance-based career growth potential

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". 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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