Fleet Diesel Mechanic [ID:69AJ

A well-established recycling and collection operation is hiring a Fleet Diesel Mechanic in Santa Rosa, CA to repair collection vehicles, trailers, and processing equipment. Ideal candidates bring diesel/CNG, electrical, and hydraulic diagnostic experience. Apply today for competitive union pay, employee ownership, and overtime opportunities.

Duties & Responsibilities Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair heavy-duty collection vehicles and equipment, including powertrains, drive trains, electrical, steering, braking, exhaust, and suspension systems.

Repair refuse vehicle and transfer trailer body systems, including hydraulic, electrical, body control, and mechanical systems.

Maintain and repair processing equipment such as balers, conveyors, hoppers, electric motors, controls, and related facility equipment.

Perform fabrication and repair work using welding equipment, torches, tools, and machinery.

Inspect and test vehicles and equipment, maintain shop parts and supplies, and complete accurate repair records and computer entries.

Lead daily repair work by assigning, reviewing, and checking the work of other team members.

Requirements

Required:

4+ years of hands-on mechanical experience as a journeyman mechanic, or an equivalent combination of mechanical training and experience.

Strong hands-on experience with diesel and/or CNG engines, heavy-duty vehicle systems, mechanical components, and repair procedures.

Strong troubleshooting experience with hydraulic, electrical, steering, braking, suspension, and related heavy-duty vehicle systems.

Working knowledge of AC/DC electrical controls, motor systems, and fabrication tools and techniques.

Experience with DOT Out-of-Service Criteria, CHP .T. inspections, and DOT compliance audits.

Valid driver’s license with the ability to obtain a Class A or B CDL and valid DOT medical certificate within 6 months of hire.

Ability to use basic computer programs, read service information and work orders, follow safe work practices, and communicate effectively with the team.

Preferred:

Waste and recycling industry experience.

Experience maintaining fleet vehicles, landfill equipment, balers, conveyors, hoppers, electric motors, or similar processing equipment.

High school diploma or GED formal mechanical trade school training is highly desirable. #PJ1 Compensation:$41.55/hour union rate
100% employee-owned company

Benefits:

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program

Shifts:

Swing

Shift: Monday to Friday, 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM Overtime and Saturdays as needed