Diesel Mechanic

The Company

LRS is the industry leader in providing innovative and environmentally responsibly waste and recycling solutions. Our team delivers exceptional service and value through relentless commitment to customer satisfaction and preservation of the environment. Through our safe and innovative approach to waste diversion, LRS thrives on the passion and innovation of our employees to preserve and sustain the beauty of the towns, neighborhoods and communities that we serve.

We are excited to hire candidates that align with our Vision and Values: To become the safest, most innovative waste recycler in the world by redefining the way the world views waste.

Live Safety ● Serve With Passion● Innovate Relentlessly ● Engage With Integrity

Build Community ● Be Accountable

Position Title and Summary

The Diesel Mechanic is responsible of performing diagnosis and preventive maintenance services as well as inspect, diagnose, and repair on a variety of heavy-duty diesel vehicles and equipment. This role supports all aspects of the mechanical repair and maintenance of vehicles, machines, equipment, and facilities.

Reports To

Shop Manager

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services
• Perform inspection, diagnosis, and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems on vehicles and equipment
• Work under limited supervision and select from written instructions and established procedures to accomplish assigned tasks
• Maintain a clean and safe work area in compliance with Company / OSHA Standards and perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures
• Utilize vehicle computer electronics systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs
• Perform service calls for emergency breakdowns
• Conduct annual safety checks on vehicles
• Complete required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times
• Assist other mechanics in the completion of project work
• Review, complete, or assign repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports

Qualifications / Knowledge / Critical Skills

• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience
• Active applicable certificates, licenses, or registrations are a plus
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations
• Able to pass pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check
• Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) most of the workday
• Required to exert physical effort in handling heavy objects throughout the workday
• Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.)
• Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements often
• Must be eligible to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future

Physical Demands / Environmental Factors

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear
• Occasionally required to stand and walk
• Must frequently lift and/or move a minimum of 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Some regional travel required

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

Lakeshore Recycling Systems is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.