Diesel Mechanic - 2nd Shift

Rock River Disposal is seeking an A-type Diesel Mechanic.

This is 2nd shift position.

Hours are 4 pm to 3 am Monday through Friday.

Saturdays only during holiday weeks.

Over time after 40 hour paid at time and a half, approximately 10-15 hours of overtime per week.

Wage starts at $28.35 with a bump up to $30.85 after 60 days.

Year-round work.

We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future". This position is eligible for a $2,000 Stay-on BONUS POSITION SUMMARY: Performs repairs and preventative maintenance on diesel trucks including front-end loader, roll off, rear load, trailers and other support vehicles.

We are looking for experience with Mack, Heil & McNelius systems.

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.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION: Required: * Either (1) high school diploma or G.E.D.

certification and 2 years 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 * Experience with Mach, Heil and McNelius systems * Class B CDL 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.

* Insurance: Life, Short Term/Long Term Disability Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.