Diesel Mechanic
Effingham, IL - USA
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Job Summary
Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety service the environment and the growth of our people.
When you join Rumpke youll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents businesses and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits including health dental vision matching 401(k) life insurance paid vacation and more.
This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!
Vehicle Maintenance Repair Technicians are responsible for performing inspections diagnostic testing repairs and maintenance on the vehicle fleet to ensure trucks are safe and operational.
Responsibilities of Position:
- Perform repair and maintenance of fleet vehicles per company maintenance schedules and/or from driver vehicle inspection reports (DVIRs) in a safe manner in compliance with all local state and federal regulations and company policies
- Diagnose and troubleshoot issues and make necessary repairs
- Complete adjustments repairs and component replacements to vehicles equipment and related components
- Check fill and/or change appropriate fluids and filters
- Inspect repair and/or overhaul vehicle support systems such as electrical air and brake systems
- Perform roadside repairs when qualified for the type of vehicle operated
- Ensure all safety devices on vehicles are in good working order
- Perform routine housekeeping duties related to tools materials shop and work areas
- Professionally interact with internal and external customers with good written and verbal communication skills
- Complete yearly DOT inspection forms
- Maintain accurate records (time maintenance orders and parts usage) on the computer/tablet
- Perform other duties as assigned
Supervisory Responsibility:
- This position will not manage employees
Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:
- Attention to detail and ability to stay organized
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to read and understand repair manuals diagrams etc.
- Good written and verbal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers
- Ability to complete necessary paperwork (hard copies or electronically)
- Must be able to read and speak the English language well enough to communicate understand and respond to questions directions traffic signs signals and safety training
- Must possess necessary tools to perform assigned tasks
Experience & Knowledge Needed for Position:
- Experience using repair manuals wiring (electrical) diagrams and schematics necessary to troubleshoot or repair
- Experience repairing and performing maintenance on heavy trucks and diesel engines and welding experience preferred
- In-depth mechanical aptitude and knowledge of truck components and systems
- Knowledge and understanding of Lock/Tag Out procedures or the ability the learn those procedures
- Experience with Regen System
- Ability to obtain DOT medical card as needed
Physical Requirements in a Regular Workday:
- Frequentlylifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 35 lbs
- Occasionallylifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 75 lbs
- Rarely lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 100 lbs
- Continuously working outside in changing temperatures wet/humid conditions
- Continuously working in areas of dust odors mist gases and other airborne matter
- Continuouslystooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling
- Frequentlyclimbing and/or balancing
- Rarely sitting
- Continuously standing/walking
Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:
- Possible exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas
- Exposure to residential and commercial waste
- Ability to travel between offices as required
- Ability to workflexible hours; expected to work nights and weekends as needed
- Ability to work overtime weekends and/or holidays
- Legally eligible to work in the United States
- Valid drivers license (if applicable)
- Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
- Must be able to read and speak the English language
Pay Range: $20.00 to $32.00/hour
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This job description is intended to describe the general nature complexity and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities duties and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore this does not establish an employment contract and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.
Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpkes policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity national origin age protected veteran status or disability status.