Fleet Mechanic
Company: Mid Valley Disposal & Transfer
Location: Visalia
Posted on: January 26, 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 positions
- Use effective interpersonal skills to maintain positive working
relationships with team members and other departments
- Perform 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 shift
- Inspect and diagnose mechanical issues that are reported on
DVIR's and communicate repairs on DVIR back to the driver
- Use appropriate resources to effectively and efficiently
diagnose and repair units
- Must be able to perform road calls to maintain maximum
uptime
- Have knowledge of welding and be able to perform welding
repairs as needed
- Will attend vendor and company sponsored training
- Proactively communicate issues to supervisors as they
arise
- Must be able to contribute to the goals of the Shop, Leadership
Team, and Company
- Abides by all company policies, and safety rules, and assists
with maintaining a clean, safe workplace
- Will perform any other duties as assigned EXPERIENCE &
EDUCATION:
- Class C license is required, Class A or B preferred
- ASE Certified is a plus but not required
- Must 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 environment
- Experience servicing Class 6-8 and heavy-duty equipment
required
- Hydraulic and electrical system experience is a plus
- Experience in the waste industry is preferred but not required
This 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 PERKS:
- Competitive Pay
- Great Development & Growth Opportunities
- Excellent Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k)
- Paid Vacation, Holidays and Sick Time
- Employee Discounts
- Corporate Wellness Programs
- Community Service, Community Education & Volunteering
Opportunities ABOUT MID VALLEY DISPOSAL Founded 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/PI200946959
Keywords: Mid Valley Disposal & Transfer, Visalia , Fleet Mechanic, Professions , Visalia, California
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