Diesel Mechanic
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on92, Johnston Drive, North Plainfield, Somerset County, New Jersey, 07069, United States
About Interstate Waste Services
Interstate Waste Services (IWS) stands as the most progressive and innovative provider of solid waste and recycling services across the greater New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut markets, featuring a rail-served landfill in Ohio. Since our founding in 1998, we have grown through strategic acquisitions, many of which were family-owned businesses that remain integral parts of our team today. This unique evolution allows us to combine the robust resources of a large corporation with the enduring values and care of a family-run business.
We are committed to delivering high-quality waste, recycling, and environmental services while prioritizing the safety of our employees, customers, and communities. Our diverse client base includes industrial, medical, and commercial/residential sectors, requiring a workforce that is adaptable, safety-conscious, and dedicated to excellence.
The Role
This position serves as a vital support pillar within our maintenance operations, bridging the gap between drivers and senior technicians. You will play a key role in ensuring the reliability and safety of our heavy-duty and light-duty fleet, including gasoline, diesel, and CNG systems. Your day-to-day impact is felt through proactive preventative maintenance, safety inspections, and the seamless coordination required to keep our operations running smoothly.
In this role, you will assist drivers with daily post-trip and vehicle safety inspections, conducting thorough safety checks during safety lanes and preventative maintenance (PM) sessions. You will be responsible for lubricating vehicles according to daily schedules, utilizing lubrication charts specific to waste trucks, and performing basic repairs on various equipment types, such as rear load, front load, roll-off, grapple, and porta-potty trucks. Effective communication with A & B technicians and drivers is essential to discuss vehicle issues and implement preventative techniques that minimize future repairs.
Beyond mechanical duties, you will maintain a clean and safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards, manage repair order documentation, and utilize factory service manuals for repairs. The role demands physical stamina and the ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments, including exposure to extreme weather conditions during road calls. You will be expected to utilize all mandated Personal Protective Equipment and perform tasks such as lifting, bending, and climbing in and out of commercial vehicle cabs frequently throughout the day.
Hiring Process
Candidates selected for this role will be required to attend and participate in corporation-sponsored training courses to ensure they are up to date with current technologies and safety protocols. Reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Our Commitment to Diversity
Interstate Waste Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Work location
Work model: On-site
92, Johnston Drive, North Plainfield, Somerset County, New Jersey, 07069, United States
North Plainfield, New Jersey
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleConduct safety checks on vehicles and equipment during safety lane and preventative maintenance
- check_circleKeep the work area clean and safe in compliance with OSHA standards
- check_circlePerform repairs utilizing factory service manuals
- check_circleConduct tire inspections and adjust air pressure as needed
- check_circleExecute basic repairs and maintenance on heavy duty equipment including chassis and body components
- check_circlePerform lubrication and repair of lubrication points on vehicles according to the daily schedule
- check_circleCommunicate vehicle issues and preventative techniques to technicians and drivers
- check_circleAssist technicians with repairs to lights, wipers, mirrors, and fluid top-ups
- check_circleComplete brake inspection procedures and document results daily
- check_circleMaintain accurate records of parts usage and repair order time entry
- check_circleAssist drivers with daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle safety inspections
- check_circleParticipate in corporation-sponsored training courses as assigned
Requirements
- verifiedKnowledge of heavy duty and light duty trucks
- verifiedKnowledge of gasoline, diesel and CNG systems
- verifiedKnowledge of brake inspection procedures
- verifiedKnowledge of Factory Service Manuals
- verifiedKnowledge of lubrication charts for waste trucks
- verifiedKnowledge of all tools required for repairs
- verifiedBasic computer skills