Waste Connections

Heavy Diesel Fleet Mechanic

Waste Connections  â€˘  $30 - $35/hr  â€˘  United States (Onsite)  â€˘  58 minutes ago
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Job Description

📍 Location: 1325 18th Ave, Sweet Home, OR

🕒 Schedule: Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Sweet Home 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.

What We Offer:

  • Starting pay at $30-$35+/hr (DOE) with regular increases
  • $100 Monthly Tool Allowance
  • Annual Safety Bonus
  • Generous Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
  • Customizable Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Wellness Programs, and more
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Company-Paid Life Insurance
  • Career Growth: We promote from within—mechanics can grow into lead, supervisor, or shop manager roles

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

  • Perform diagnostics and repairs on diesel trucks and equipment (electrical, brake, hydraulic, and air systems)
  • Handle scheduled maintenance and safety inspections
  • Use onboard computer systems to diagnose issues and log repairs
  • Respond to emergency breakdowns and road calls
  • Work closely with drivers to identify vehicle issues
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant work area

What You’ll Need:

  • Valid Oregon Driver’s License with a clean driving record
  • Class B CDL with air brake endorsement preferred (or willing to earn)
  • 2+ years of diesel repair experience (fleet, trucking, heavy equipment, etc.)
  • Ability to read and interpret service manuals in English
  • Must bring your own tools
  • Welding or fabrication experience is a big plus!

Work Environment:

  • Shop-based with occasional field repairs (indoor/outdoor work)
  • Requires heavy lifting (50+ lbs), physical labor, and safe tool handling
  • Must follow OSHA and company safety guidelines

Ready to Apply?

To be considered, you must apply online:

👉 www.wasteconnections.com

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Candidates for employment must meet position requirements and successfully pass post offer employment examinations including:

  • Background Check
  • MVR Check
  • Drug screen

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

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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