Union Mechanic

Company: GFL Environmental
Location: Northville
Posted on: October 5, 2024

Job Description:

**Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic Job Description**
Seeking experienced diesel mechanic to safely operate, repair, and maintain heavy duty diesel trucks and equipment, ensuring safe operation and compliance with safety regulations.
Key Responsibilities:

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• Diagnose and repair operational difficulties with heavy duty diesel trucks and equipment.
  
• Maintain and repair heavy diesel, CNG, gas, and electrically operated equipment and vehicles.
  
• Complete reports, work orders, order parts, and perform administrative duties as required.
  
• Plan and schedule repairs, procure parts, and assist in reviewing mechanical write-ups.
  
• Ensure safe working conditions and compliance with safety regulations.
  
• Utilize power and hand tools, equipment, and possess necessary tools for maintenance tasks.
  
• Maintain a clean work area and conform to applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
  
• Assist in training and orientation of new employees and maintain knowledge of latest technology.
  
• Perform other duties as required or requested by management.
  
  Requirements:
  
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  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); technical diploma desired.
    
  • Minimum one year experience as a diesel mechanic.
    
  • Experience using diagnostic software a plus.
    
  • Computer literacy and ability to be trained on software systems.
    
  • Ability to meet relevant criteria for safety-sensitive functions.
    
    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
    
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    • Ability to communicate effectively with others.
      
    • Demonstrate ability to follow instructions, work independently, and maintain accurate records.
      
    • Ability to understand and use repair and parts manuals.
      
    • Ability to operate vehicles and equipment necessary for the job.
      
    • Physical ability to perform all aspects of the job.
      
      Physical and Mental Demands:
      
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      • Ability to stand, sit, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance, taste, and smell.
        
      • Continuous concentrated mental and visual attention required.
        
      • Visual requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
        
      • Frequent physical effort, handling tools and equipment required.
        
      • Frequently lift/push/pull up to 100 pounds.
        
        Working Conditions:
        
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        • Frequently exposed to loud noise, humidity, hot and cold weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, vibration, toxic and caustic chemicals, fumes, and airborne particles.
          
        • Occasionally work in high precarious places.
          
        • Work environment is usually loud.
          
          GFL Environmental is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

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