Fleet Mechanic

Company: Mid Valley Disposal
Location: Visalia
Posted on: March 18, 2023

Job Description:

Do you have a passion for working on vehicles?Mid Valley Disposal is currently seeking applicants for our dynamic Maintenance department. Are you excited by the opportunity of contributing to a company that is making a difference on their daily driven vehicles and want to help ensure that Mid Valley Disposal operates safely while driving our growth and innovation as a leading environmental and recycling organization? In this role you will help Mid Valley Disposal by supporting our Maintenance Team and will be responsible for performing repairs to all company owned equipment such as trucks, trailers, yellow iron and automobiles to company and DOT standards. Mechanics are expected to diagnose and communicate parts and repair needs of all equipment in the fleet to the shop supervisor. Mechanics will perform all aspects of truck and equipment repair to include but not limited to, Electrical, Hydraulic, Brakes, Suspension, steering as well as performing Preventive Maintenance.QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WOULD BE EXPECTED TO: Reliable, consistent attendance is a requirement and essential function of all positionsUse effective interpersonal skills to maintain positive working relationships with team members and other departmentsPerform scheduled service, Preventative maintenance, and unscheduled maintenance on all company owned equipment to include road calls. Document parts, time, and description of repairs for every unit to be turned in at the end of every shiftInspect and diagnose mechanical issues that are reported on DVIR's and communicate repairs on DVIR back to the driverUse appropriate resources to effectively and efficiently diagnose and repair unitsMust be able to perform road calls to maintain maximum uptime Have knowledge of welding and be able to perform welding repairs as neededWill attend vendor and company sponsored trainingProactively communicate issues to supervisors as they ariseMust be able to contribute to the goals of the Shop, Leadership Team, and CompanyAbides by all company policies, and safety rules, and assists with maintaining a clean, safe workplaceWill perform any other duties as assignedEXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:Class C license is required, Class A or B preferredASE Certified is a plus but not requiredMust be able to diagnose with a Diagnostic laptop or equivalent Applicant should be self-motivated, safety oriented and be able to work in a deadline driven environmentExperience servicing Class 6-8 and heavy-duty equipment requiredHydraulic and electrical system experience is a plusExperience in the waste industry is preferred but not requiredThis is a full-time position with a benefits package. Hourly rate will be determined based on experience and training of the candidate. Schedule will be Monday through Friday 1pm start time. Must be willing to work Saturdays.Mid Valley Disposal proudly serves the California Central Valley. We are a fast-paced, high complexity organization with more 8 locations and growing. We are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic, energetic, and passionate about providing our employees with an exceptional employee experience, while treating fellow coworkers with dignity and respect. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.POSITION LOCATION: Mid Valley Disposal has 8 locations throughout the Central Valley. This position is in Visalia Hourly rate will be determined based on experience, $20-$30 Hourly. PERKS:Competitive PayGreat Development & Growth OpportunitiesExcellent Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k)Paid Vacation, Holidays and Sick TimeEmployee DiscountsCorporate Wellness ProgramsCommunity Service, Community Education & Volunteering OpportunitiesABOUT MID VALLEY DISPOSALFounded in 1997, Mid Valley Disposal (MVD) is the leading locally owned and operated company that services recycling, organics, and solid waste in the Central Valley. The Kalpakoff family has four generations of experience in successfully operating a solid waste management company in California. Today, MVD is being operated by Joseph and Jonathan Kalpakoff (fourth generation). With over 350 employees, MVD provides exclusive collection services to a total of 31 local jurisdictions and is permitted to provide collection services in Fresno, Merced, Madera, Kings, and Tulare Counties. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT EMPLOYMENT AT MID VALLEY DISPOSAL OR TO VIEW ALL OF OUR OPENINGS, PLEASE VISIT:https://www.midvalleydisposal.com/careers/ PI208252248

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