Lead Diesel Mechanic

Job overview

The Lead Diesel Mechanic is an onsite role based in New Bedford, MA. Compensation is specified as $33.00 to $38.00 per hour, supporting the maintenance department at Waste Connections. This role exists to oversee maintenance operations, ensuring the safety and reliability of the company's fleet. The lead mechanic coordinates work assignments, manages fleet maintenance software, and performs complex diagnostics and repairs on diesel vehicles to ensure optimal performance and safety.

What you'll do

• Schedules and coordinates maintenance work assignments, ensuring timely completion of repairs and preventive maintenance tasks.
• Maintains and updates computerized fleet management systems, tracking out-of-service equipment and monitoring repair status.
• Perform repairs and inspections, safety checks, diagnosis and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on diesel vehicles.
• Utilize vehicle computer electrical systems to interpret failure modes to identify and adjust Engine and Vehicle Control modules.
• Respond to road calls for emergency repairs.
• Reviewing, Completing or assigning repairs identified on driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
• Completing required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software programs.
• Test driving trucks after services and repairs.
• Helping other team members with repairs as needed.
• Having professional and courteous interactions with our drivers when needed.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.
• Perform other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

new bedford ma

lead diesel mechanic

waste connections

maintenance

repair

safety

overtime eligible

weekly pay

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long term disability, employee assistance program, emergency travel assistance, prepaid legal plan, scholarship opportunities, employee stock purchase plan, employee relief fund.

Why this role

Overtime eligible, $150 annual boot allowance, quarterly safety bonuses, weekly pay, stable industry.

About the employer

Waste Connections is hiring for this role. Industry: Solid Waste Collection. Sector: 56.