Lead Diesel Mechanic

Role Summary

Are you seeking a safer work environment as a mechanic? Is your family’s financial security important to you? Aspiring to advance in your mechanic career? Searching for a company that prioritizes its employees' well‑being? If this speaks to you, then WM might be the place for your next career move.

Career progression, stability for your family, and a safe environment to work. That’s what you get as a Senior Diesel Mechanic at WM – and more.

• Starting salary of $33.00-$35.00 depending on experience
• Stable hours for your financial stability
• Tool allowance worth $2,000
• Boot allowance worth $250
• A sign on bonus of $7,500
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage includes dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Annual education assistance benefit available for team members
• Company‑matched 401(k)
• Adoption assistance and parent support

• Monday – Friday every week
• 3:00 am–1:30 pm
• Every other Saturday, 5:00 am–1:30 pm
• Repair/maintenance shop at our Lewisville, TX hauling site

• Inspect, diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on a wide range of vehicles and equipment
• Estimate time and material costs on vehicle repairs and new parts
• Perform work within Standard Labor Repair Times (SRTs)
• Respond to service calls for emergency breakdowns
• Conduct safety checks on vehicles – keeping safety of employees and communities a priority
• Complete required paperwork, documenting parts usage and accounting for repair times
• Review, complete, or assign repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports
• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate / OSHA Standards and perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures

• 5 years of relevant work experience
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Over 18 years of age
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations
• Successfully complete and pass pre‑employment drug screen and physical

• Team players who care about everyone in the shop
• Happy working independently and as part of a team
• Enjoy variety – each day provides a new challenge
• Determined problem solvers

• Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, and climbing; constant standing, walking, and grasping; occasional sitting and balancing
• Exposure to physical occupational risks such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc. often
• Exposure to dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements often
• Both inside garage/shop or gas plant conditions and outside conditions including inclement weather, heat and humidity

For the United States: WM is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

For Canada: WM is committed to equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation.

In order to travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires individuals to have a REAL  an acceptable alternative. This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons or service federal property. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL  TSA‑approved alternative.