Heavy Diesel Fleet Mechanic

Hardin Sanitation, a trusted Waste Connections company, is looking for a skilled and motivated Diesel Mechanic to keep our fleet running strong. If you're a hands-on problem-solver who takes pride in quality work and wants a stable, long-term opportunity in Payette, ID , we want to hear from you!

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📍 Location: 1840 NE 10th Ave, Payette, ID

🕒 Schedule: Monday – Friday | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

📅 Occasional Overtime & Saturdays

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Competitive Compensation

Starting pay at $26+/hr (DOE) with regular increases

• Annual Safety Bonus $
• Monthly Tool Allowance $
• Generous Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
• Customizable Benefits Package : Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Wellness Programs, and more
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Career Growth : We promote from within—mechanics can grow into lead, supervisor, or shop manager roles

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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inspects and repairs vehicles with diesel engines
• Handles routine repairs, including oil and tire changes along with minor and major repairs from A/C, hydraulics, electrical, welding, engine replacement, transmissions, etc.
• Interprets diagnostic test results accurately
• Writes detailed inspection reports and repair plans in our system
• Collaborates with other diesel mechanics
• Completes test drives to make sure the vehicle runs correctly
• Uses power, machine, and hand tools safely
• Communicate with drivers for issues in morning and afternoon
• Reviews, completes or assigns repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards
• Follows all Waste Connections repair shop regulations and standards

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REQUIREMENTS

• Valid Driver’s License with a Clean Driving Record (Required)
• Experience in heavy truck equipment maintenance and repair
• Provide personal tools.
• Class B CDL OR the ability to obtain one within 90 days of employment if required.
• Proficiency in vehicle and equipment diagnosis and repair.
• Ability to read and comprehend service and technical information in English.

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WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT

• Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.
• Back, leg, arm and shoulder strength required to safely climb in, on and around vehicles to inspect and repair.
• Ability to work in awkward, tight, or restricted spaces for extended periods of time; Requires the ability to sit, bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, crawl, and be able to get up and down from a supine position.
• Work environment involves some exposure to physical risks such as moving mechanical parts which require following basic safety precautions.
• The employee is exposed to outside weather, including frequent wet and/or humid conditions, as well as exposure to fumes and vibration. Noise level is usually moderate.

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CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Candidates for employment must meet position requirements and successfully pass post offer employment examinations including:

• Background Check
• MVR Check (Clean driving record)
• Drug screen

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***If applying through Indeed or other 3rd party website;

To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application directly through our website: www.wasteconnections.com

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

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