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GFL Environmental

Diesel Mechanic

3 days ago by GFL Environmental
  • $25 – $35 per hour
  • Overland Park, KS, US
  • Full-time
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Diesel Mechanic role maintaining, diagnosing and repairing heavy-duty diesel trucks and related equipment on 2nd or 3rd shift. You’ll join GFL Environmental, operating and maintaining company-owned/leased fleet assets to keep them safe and roadworthy. Standout perks include a monthly tool allowance plus boot reimbursement and solid benefits.

Key skills
Heavy-duty diesel truck diagnostics and repairPreventive maintenance on fleet equipmentExperience with CNG, gas and electric vehicles/equipmentDiagnostic software (plus)M5 Planner (planning/scheduling repairs)Work orders, reports and parts orderingPower and hand tools (mechanic toolset)Reading repair and parts manuals (English)Safety compliance in a safety-sensitive role
Pays $25–$35 per hour, based on experience, which aligns with typical market rates for diesel mechanic roles in the Kansas area.
You'll thrive here if you’re a hands-on diesel tech who can independently diagnose and repair heavy equipment, keep accurate records, and work safely on 2nd/3rd shift while staying open to new systems and training.
Why apply
  • 15 days paid time off
  • 401(k) match up to 4%
  • Monthly tool allowance and boot reimbursement
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

Pay: $25-$35/hr Based on Experience

Benefits

• 15 days of paid time off • Competitive medical, dental, and vision plan options • Health Savings Account with employer match option • Paid Parental Leave • 401(k) with an employer match up to 4% • Supplemental health plans through Aflac • Employer paid basic life insurance • Employee paid short-term disability option • Employer-paid long-term disability • Mental health support through Employee Assistance Program • 7 paid holidays annually • Boot Reimbursement • Monthly Tool allowance

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

Key Responsibilities

This will be a 2nd or 3rd shift position (2pm-10:30pm or 10pm-6:30am)

Diagnose and repair operational difficulties with heavy duty diesel trucks and equipment.

Maintain and repair heavy diesel, CNG, gas and electrically operated equipment and vehicles.

Complete reports, work orders, order parts and perform other administrative duties as required daily.

Plan and schedule repairs in M5 planner and procure all parts for successful plan.

Assist in the review of mechanical write-ups on equipment and coordinate repair schedule.

Ensure safe working conditions and compliance with all safety regulations.

Utilize a variety of power and hand tools and equipment.

Possess, provide and maintain tools necessary to perform tasks related to maintenance on heavy/hydraulic equipment.

Maintain a clean work area.

Conform in all respects with applicable federal, state/provincial and local laws, regulations, ordinances and other orders and to all company policies, procedures and directives from supervisors.

Assist in the training and orientation of new employees.

Maintain a working knowledge of and keep up with the latest technology through the use of technical manuals and attendance of technical training seminars and testing.

Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); technical diploma desired.

Minimum of one (1) year experience as a diesel mechanic

Experience using diagnostic software a plus

Must be computer literate, have the ability to be trained on software systems and the willingness to learn.

Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety sensitive functions according to Company standards

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to communicate effectively with others.

Demonstrate ability to follow detailed instructions, work independently and maintain accurate records.

Ability to understand and effectively use repair and parts manuals written in English.

Ability to operate any vehicle or equipment necessary to perform job.

Possess physical ability to perform all aspects of job.

Experience on Vacuum trucks, Hydrovac trucks, Wet Vac trucks a plus

Physical/Mental Demands: Ability to stand, sit, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance, taste, and smell.

Continuous concentrated mental and visual attention required.

Visual Requirements: include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Frequent physical effort including handling tools and equipment required. Frequently lift/push/pull up to 100 pounds.

Working Conditions: Frequently exposed to loud noise, humidity, hot and cold weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, vibration, toxic and caustic chemicals, fumes and airborne particles.

Occasionally work in high precarious places.

Work environment is usually loud.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact

Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship

for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.

Reference: 22598_2650956452·Original posting
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