Heavy Diesel Fleet Mechanic

Company: Waste Connections
Location: Coos Bay
Posted on: March 20, 2026

Job Description:

Les' Sanitation , a Waste Connections company, is looking for a Diesel Mechanic to perform preventative maintenance and repairs to our fleet in Coos Bay, Oregon ! . ? Full?Time Schedule : Monday - Friday 8am to 4:30pm • Occasional Overtime Required. Overtime also available . Competitive Compensation Starting at $28.00-$30.00/hr, DOE Annual Safety Bonus $$ Generous Paid Time Off Growth opportunities- We pride ourselves on promoting from within We offer benefits that can be customized to meet your family's needs, including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental voluntary plans, wellness programs, and online discounts. 401K retirement with company match. Company Paid Life Insurance . DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Inspects and repairs vehicles with diesel engines 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. Class B CDL preferred or ability to obtain in the future. Maintain a clean, safe work environment in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards. Communicate with drivers for issues in morning and afternoon. . 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-lighted 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 Drivers license with clean driving record. Valid 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. Minimum 2 year of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Must provide own personal tools. Welding / fabrication experience a huge plus! . CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Candidates for employment must meet position requirements and successfully pass post offer employment examinations including: • Background Check • MVR Check (Driving Record) • Drug screen . If applying through Indeed or other third party site: To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application directly through our website at: www.wasteconnections.com . Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status. ACBoost

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