Night Shift Diesel Mechanic - Tech B

What We Offer You:

• Competitive Pay
• Quarterly Tool Allowance
• Safety Boot Allowance
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) matching, Paid Time Off (PTO), and paid holidays
• Skill Advancement: Paid training classes and ongoing professional development

Job Summary:

Shift Schedule: 4pm-4am Under the guidance of shop leadership and senior mechanics, you will perform intermediate-to-advanced repairs and preventative maintenance on both Diesel and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) heavy-duty vehicles. You will play a vital role in ensuring GFL’s waste and recycling fleet operates safely, efficiently, and continuously.

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnostics & Repairs: Perform standard electronic diagnostics, system troubleshooting, and repairs on diesel engines, CNG systems, electrical equipment, and hydraulic systems.
• Inspections: Conduct basic and DOT/brake inspections on brake systems, engine components, emission systems, steering mechanisms, and wheel bearings.
• Test Driving: Test drive trucks to diagnose operational issues and verify repair success.
• Hydraulic & Specialized Equipment: Maintain and repair heavy-duty waste equipment systems (trash/refuse experience preferred).
• Administrative & Shop Duties: Log repairs, complete digital work orders, request parts, and maintain a safe, clean work environment in accordance with OSHA and GFL standards.
• Growth: Actively participate in GFL training classes and skill development programs.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Experience & Certifications:

• 3+ years of heavy-duty commercial diesel and/or CNG maintenance experience (trash/refuse equipment experience preferred).
• Brake Safety Certificate and 609 A/C System Certification are required.
• Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, and related state/federal safety regulations.
• Must pass a Maintenance Exam during the interview process.

Licensing & Tools:

• Valid Driver’s License required. Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred (or willingness/ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire).
• Must own a personal set of foundational mechanic hand tools.
• ASE Certifications are a strong plus.

Tech & Communication Skills:

• Computer literate with experience using electronic diagnostic software (or willingness to learn GFL maintenance systems).
• Strong communication skills to interact with shop leadership, team members, and vendors.

Physical & Mental Demands:

• Physical Capability: Ability to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb ladders, reach above shoulders, lift up to 50 lbs., and push/pull up to 100 lbs.
• Visual & Mental Focus: Continuous visual and mental attention required for technical diagnostics, close/distance vision, color vision, and depth perception.
• Equipment Use: Ability to safely operate commercial waste trucks, shop tools, and computer workstations.

Under the guidance of shop leadership and senior mechanics, you will perform intermediate-to-advanced repairs and preventative maintenance on both Diesel and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) heavy-duty vehicles. You will play a vital role in ensuring GFL’s waste and recycling fleet operates safely, efficiently, and continuously.

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnostics & Repairs: Perform standard electronic diagnostics, system troubleshooting, and repairs on diesel engines, CNG systems, electrical equipment, and hydraulic systems.
• Inspections: Conduct basic and DOT/brake inspections on brake systems, engine components, emission systems, steering mechanisms, and wheel bearings.
• Test Driving: Test drive trucks to diagnose operational issues and verify repair success.
• Hydraulic & Specialized Equipment: Maintain and repair heavy-duty waste equipment systems (trash/refuse experience preferred).
• Administrative & Shop Duties: Log repairs, complete digital work orders, request parts, and maintain a safe, clean work environment in accordance with OSHA and GFL standards.
• Growth: Actively participate in GFL training classes and skill development programs.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Experience & Certifications:

• 3+ years of heavy-duty commercial diesel and/or CNG maintenance experience (trash/refuse equipment experience preferred).
• Brake Safety Certificate and 609 A/C System Certification are required.
• Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, and related state/federal safety regulations.
• Must pass a Maintenance Exam during the interview process.

Licensing & Tools:

• Valid Driver’s License required. Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred (or willingness/ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire).
• Must own a personal set of foundational mechanic hand tools.
• ASE Certifications are a strong plus.

Tech & Communication Skills:

• Computer literate with experience using electronic diagnostic software (or willingness to learn GFL maintenance systems).
• Strong communication skills to interact with shop leadership, team members, and vendors.

Physical & Mental Demands:

• Physical Capability: Ability to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb ladders, reach above shoulders, lift up to 50 lbs., and push/pull up to 100 lbs.
• Visual & Mental Focus: Continuous visual and mental attention required for technical diagnostics, close/distance vision, color vision, and depth perception.
• Equipment Use: Ability to safely operate commercial waste trucks, shop tools, and computer workstations.

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