Diesel Mechanic

Alaska Waste, a Waste Connections company, is looking for a Diesel Mechanic to join the team in Anchorage, AK! Schedule will be a 4-10 swing shift, weekdays. Shift starts at 1:30 pm and ends around 11:30 pm. We offer a competitive wage compared to the market in the Anchorage and Mat-Su area, depending on experience, with regular wage increases. We are also offering a $4,500 bonus for joining our team. Offering a tool and boot allowance after 90-days of employment. $1,400 for tools and boots. Uniforms are provided by Alaska Waste. Waste Connections has many stable opportunities for qualified and motivated individuals who want to be part of a dynamic organization. We provide competitive benefits and lots of room for individual growth as the company expands. Because we operate with a highly decentralized structure, we look for individuals who are energetic and have individual initiative and creativity. Join us and be a part of a winning team! Click here to view a “Day in the Life” of our Mechanics: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a-e3PzZiU_4 Perform repairs and assigned preventative maintenance services. Performs inspections, diagnosis, and repair of electrical, hydraulics, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles and equipment.Utilize vehicle computer electronic systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs.Complete required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.Reviews, completes, or assigns repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.Conducts safety checks on vehicles and equipment.Performs service calls for emergency breakdowns.Maintain a clean, safe work environment in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards. WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.Work environment may be indoors in a shop, or outdoors to repair trucks on the road. Usually, well-lit and ventilated. Sometimes necessary to work in awkward or tight positions and to handle greasy or dirty tools. These factors require following basic safety precautions. MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:Valid Class D Driver’s License.Class B CDL with air brakes endorsement preferred or the ability to obtain in the future required.Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.Minimum 1 year of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.Must provide own personal tools. Welding/fabrication experience is a huge plus! 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. We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short-term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future". Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status. #ACMaintenance