Diesel Mechanic

GFL Environmental is one of North America’s leading waste management companies, proudly making communities cleaner, safer, and happier through first-class service. Working for GFL is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to grow in your career, make new friends, and make a difference each day.

Our Mechanics safely operate, repair, rebuild and perform maintenance on Company owned or leased heavy duty diesel trucks and equipment including rolling stock to ensure its ability to operate safely, so our Drivers can continue to keep local neighborhoods clean and safe, by courteously and efficiently providing waste removal and environmental services to customers.

Essential Functions

• Advanced ability to diagnose and repair Diesel and CNG powered trucks (where applicable), including engines, electrical systems, propane systems, hydraulics, and fuel systems.
• Independently lead inspections of brake systems, all engine components, emission systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings and other important parts to ensure they are in proper operating condition. 
• Provide guidance and mentorship to level B and C mechanics.
• Prioritize repairs to maximize efficiency and timely completion of work orders.
• Oversee the review of mechanical write-ups on equipment and coordinate repair schedule.
• Perform DOT and brake inspections on all vehicles.
• Complete reports, work orders, order parts and perform other administrative duties as required daily.
• Ensure safe working conditions and compliance with all safety regulations.
• Understand and interpret intricate electrical and diagnostics schematics.
• Active participation in training classes and development opportunities to increase skills and working knowledge.
• Maintain a clean work area.

Education, Training, Experience and Licensing/Certification Requirements

• Knowledge of DOT, OSHA and other related state and federal regulations
• ASE Certifications preferred
• Ability to understand and interpret detailed schematics and manuals.
• Communicate effectively across various levels of the organization and communicate with customers and external vendors. 
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating, and maintenance instructions and procedural manuals. 
• Experience using diagnostic software. Must be computer literate and willing and able to be trained in software systems.
• Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred.
• 5+ years of diesel/CNG (where applicable) maintenance experience

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