Job Description

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, drivetrains, 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 B.I.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.

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