PM Diesel Technician - 2nd shift at Waste Connections, Inc in Elk Grove Village, Illinois

Job Description:

Job Title PM Diesel Technician - 2nd shift Primary Location Elk Grove Village, Illinois Employee Type Employee Job Description
A PM Diesel Technician position is now open at our GROOT location in Elk Grove Village, IL!

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs repairs and preventative maintenance on diesel trucks including front-end loader, roll off, rear load, trailers and other support vehicles.This is a union position, 2nd shift, hours are 2 pm to 10:30 pm. Rate of pay starts at $21.14 per hour with regular increases capping at $31.75.

REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following responsibilities are general duties that a particular employee in this position may or may not be required to perform. The actual duties required of this position will vary.

• Diagnoses mechanical problems on suspension, brake system, electrical system, and hydraulic system.


• Performs repairs and maintenance on CNG, diesel and/or gasoline trucks including front-end loader, roll off, and rear load, plus other support vehicles. Repairs include, but are not limited to, hydraulic systems, brake systems, electrical systems, suspension systems, wheels, and tires.


• Reads and interprets VCRs (vehicle condition reports) and/or repair orders.


• Completes electronic repair orders in our maintenance program associated with repairing vehicles and documenting parts usage.


• Makes emergency road calls to repair trucks.


• Diagnoses mechanical problems using diagnostic software, technical manuals and expertise.


• Follows all safety policies and procedures; participates in all required safety training and meetings.


• Hours are 2 pm to 10:30 pm

Job Requirements:

Required:

• Either (1) high school diploma or G.E.D. certification and 1 year of related truck or heavy equipment maintenance.


• Valid driver license.

Preferred:

• Trade school certificate


• Certificate in electronic diagnostics


• ASE certificate(s)


• Welding and/or fabrication skills and/or experience

OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of DOT, OSHA and other applicable health and safety standards.


• Dependability - Shows up for work on time and adheres to the established work schedule.


• Safety Orientation - Follows Groot Industries safety rules and procedures and sets an example for safe work behavior. Does not take inappropriate risks.


• Troubleshooting - Diagnoses existing problems and predicts potential problems. Determines root causes of failures and chooses the best repair option.

ENVIRONMENTAL/ATMOSPHERIC WORKING CONDITIONS:

The following environmental/atmospheric working conditions are commonly, but not always, associated with the performance of this position. The actual working conditions will vary.

• Shop environment including, but not limited to, machines, tools, heavy equipment, chemicals, solvents, dust, and fumes.


• Occasional exposure to extreme weather conditions and loud noises


• Frequently lift / carry up to 50 pounds.

Waste Connections is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Disabled/Veterans