Lube Technician/Entry Level Mechanic

Heart of Florida Landfill, a Waste Connections site in Lake Panasoffkee, FL (Sumter County) has an immediate position open for a Lube Techniciantoperform preventative maintenanceon our fleet of garbage trucks and heavy equipment machines. Individuals with 1+ years experience working on heavy diesel trucks or those that have completed a Diesel Technology program are encouraged to apply.

Monday through Friday 40 to 50 hours a week and some Saturday work.

Pay $21+ DOE

Responsibilities include:

• Conducts safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
• Performs maintenance related work as required.
• Performs inspections, diagnosis and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles and equipment.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.
• Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Ability to effectively communicate needed repairs or tasks.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Preferably 1+year experience in heavy truck equipment maintenance and repair or completion of a diesel tech program or good attitude, willingness to learn, and strong work ethic is a preferred quality.
• Proficiency in vehicle and equipment diagnosis and repair.
• Ability to read and comprehend service and technical information.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future".
• Garbage is very stable and we work year round!
• VETERANS are encouraged to apply.

Apply todayand 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.