Heavy Truck Mechanic

Position Summary

The Diesel Technician maintains diesel equipment, completes inspections and preventive maintenance requirements, corrects vehicle deficiencies, completes adjustments and alignments, and maintains records to ensure we keep our level of commitment to safety and customer service.

The Technicians at Casella participate in a Career Pathways Program that offers exceptional Advancement Opportunity and Regular Merit Increases.

Hiring Range: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour based on experience

• Performs all job duties in accordance with company safety policies and regulations.
• Performs maintenance tasks based on driver pre- and post-trip inspections in a timely manner or as directed by maintenance manager.
• Maintains diesel equipment operation by completing inspections and preventive maintenance requirements and makes appropriate corrections when needed.
• Works in adverse conditions at times including heat, cold, wind, rain and snow to repair equipment and vehicles.
• Builds and assembles machines or mechanical components according to requirements.
• Troubleshoots reported problems and resolves them in a timely manner.
• Maintains all relevant records for all work and procedures and reports on issues.
• Performs accurate lockout/tagout procedures.
• Runs diagnostic tests on vehicles and analyzes the results to problem solve; test drives vehicles to diagnose malfunctions when necessary.
• Performs any and all necessary procedures to ensure maximum reliability and the safety of the equipment operator, including performing preventive maintenance inspections, tire changes, brake changes and other utilities that are part of the vehicle; builds, rebuilds, and replaces hydraulic components and hoses of any vehicle or stationary equipment.
• Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and abide by our core values.

The successful candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, must be at least 18 years of age, hold a valid Class A, B, or C Driver’s license and must be legally eligible to work in the United States. The candidate must have a minimum of 1-year experience inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing trucks and stationary equipment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, effective listening and problem-solving skills, and dedication to providing excellent customer service is desired.

It is also important that the candidate has demonstrated the ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment.

This position requires successful completion of pre-employment testing, including a drug screen.

Positive, team-oriented individual who is disciplined, dependable, determined, focused on delivering excellent customer service, and is open to personal and professional training and development.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Maternity & Parental Leave, Flexible Spending Accounts, Discounted Stock Program, 401K, Boot & Clothing Allowance, Safety Awards, Employee Assistance Plan, Wellness Incentive, Tuition Assistance, Career Pathways, Tool Allowance, and More.