Union Diesel Mechanic

Pendleton Sanitary Service Inc. is looking for a safety-minded Union Diesel Mechanic to join us in Pendleton, OR.

Starting rate of pay is $34.25/HR

Schedule is Monday – Friday

Shift is 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM or 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM, with some overtime as needed.

Safety Sensitive: Yes

Qualified candidates must have a Valid drivers license and medical card, Clean Motor Vehicle Report & Eligible Criminal Background Report.

DUTIES:

Perform all routine service and maintenance work on trucks and equipment.

• Oil & filter changes, greasing, and mechanical inspections
• Brakes, wheel seals, and bearings
• Replace u-joints, springs, steering assemblies
• Replace tarps and perform repairs on transfer trailers
• Perform repairs on containers, drop boxes, and compactors if necessary

Perform troubleshooting and repair on collection, recycling, and transfer station trucks & equipment including but not limited to:

• Hydraulics
• Electrical
• Air
• Mechanical

Perform service calls, troubleshooting, and repairs to company equipment during breakdowns.

Welding and fabrication skills including:

• Arc and Mig welding
• Plasma cutter
• Aluminum welding

Maintain service schedule and records by company truck and equipment number.

Maintain & manage parts, filters, & supplies inventories.

Be willing to take on other projects and/or work elsewhere in the company if conditions require such as cleaning or delivering containers, working in the transfer station or recycle warehouse, driving truck, etc.

• Provide excellent customer service if/when in contact with customers.

Perform all job functions with a safety-first attitude.

• Housekeeping and maintaining a clean, organized shop in a TOP priority.
• Shop will be clean and organized at the end of each day
• Use all required personal protective equipment while working
• Be familiar with chemicals used and hazardous materials training (MSDS)
• Understand and use all Lockout/Tagout procedures while performing service and repair work
• Be a member of the Company Safety Committee

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Diesel technology degree and/or minimum 5 years mechanic experience or equivalent.
• Ability to read, understand and interpret documents such as parts, operation and maintenance manuals, wiring diagrams, etc.

IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS:

• Valid Class A or B CDL with air brakes endorsement preferred.
• CDL permit required within first 90 days of employment.
• CDL license required within 1 year of employment.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Union Benefits Include Medical, Dental, Vision plans & Pension
• Annual Boot Allowance
• Annual Safety Bonus

To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at www.wasteconnections.com.

Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest.

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.