Heavy Diesel Fleet Mechanic
- Location
- 2068-Sutherlin Sanitary
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
About the job
Sutherlin Sanitary is seeking a dependable Diesel Mechanic to join our team. We provide long-term stability and peace of mind that comes with working in an essential service industry. Reliable day-shift hours and year-round work , if you value safety , teamwork, and quality work, we'd love to hear from you. . SCHEDULE: Full Time | Monday – Friday.
• 10:00am-6:00pm • Overtime after 40 hours . Salary : Starting at $30.00-$35.00+ per hour (DOE) . COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION:
• Yearly Safety Bonuses $ • Yearly Boot Allowance $ • Paid Time Off • Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, • Supplemental voluntary plans, Wellness programs, and Online discounts. • 401K with 5% Company match - No vesting period! • Company Paid Life Insurance • Growth opportunities- We pride ourselves on promoting from within . RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Diagnose, repair, and maintain diesel trucks, heavy equipment, and fleet vehicles. • Perform preventive maintenance to keep equipment operating safely and efficiently. • Use computerized diagnostic tools to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and engine issues. • Conduct safety inspections and complete repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs). • Document repairs, parts usage, and labor hours using fleet maintenance software. • Communicate repair needs and work status with drivers, technicians, and supervisors. • Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow all company and OSHA safety standards. • Perform additional maintenance and repair duties as needed to support fleet operations. . REQUIREMENTS:
• Valid Driver’s License with a Clean Driving Record (Required) • 2+ years of diesel repair experience (fleet, trucking, heavy equipment, etc.) or completion of a diesel tech program • Ability to read and interpret service manuals in English • Provide personal tools. • Eligibility to obtain Class B CDL if required. • Welding or fabrication experience is a big plus! . Candidates for employment must meet position requirements and successfully pass post offer employment examinations including: • Background Check • MVR Check • Drug screen . WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:
• Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds. • Back, leg, arm and shoulder strength required to safely climb in, on and around vehicles to inspect and repair. • Ability to work in awkward, tight, or restricted spaces for extended periods of time; Requires the ability to sit, bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, crawl, and be able to get up and down from a supine position. • Work environment involves some exposure to physical risks such as moving mechanical parts which require following basic safety precautions. • The employee is exposed to outside weather, including frequent wet and/or humid conditions, as well as exposure to fumes and vibration. Noise level is usually moderate. . *** If applying through Indeed or other 3rd party website . *** To be considered for any of our openings, you must complete an application directly through OUR website: www.wasteconnections.com . . Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status. #ACMaintenance
From Waste Connections US, Inc's careers page (Workday), checked 31 Oct 2026.
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Posted 15 Oct 2026 · checked 31 Oct 2026 · Report this job