Diesel Mechanic
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on38, Prentiss Drive, Town of East Fishkill, Dutchess County, New York, 12533, 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 to 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 be instrumental in ensuring the reliability and safety of our heavy-duty and light-duty fleet, which includes rear load, front load, roll-off, grapple, and porta-potty trucks, as well as their chassis and bodies.
Your day will involve active collaboration with drivers to complete daily post-trip and vehicle safety inspections, identifying visible issues such as leaks, body damage, or light failures. You will perform essential preventative maintenance tasks, including lubrication, fluid top-ups (oil, hydraulic, transmission, DEF), and tire inspections. Working alongside A and B technicians, you will assist in basic repairs for engines, transmissions, brakes, suspensions, and electrical systems, utilizing factory service manuals to guide your work.
Beyond the mechanical aspects, you will maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards. This role requires physical stamina to navigate the shop and grounds, frequently entering and exiting commercial vehicle cabs, and working in various weather conditions during road calls. You will also be responsible for accurate documentation, including parts usage and time tracking, ensuring our records are timely and concise.
Hiring Process
Candidates selected for an interview will be expected to participate in corporation-sponsored training courses to stay current with technology and safety protocols. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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
38, Prentiss Drive, Town of East Fishkill, Dutchess County, New York, 12533, United States
Town of East Fishkill, New York
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleConduct safety checks on vehicles and equipment during Safety Lane and PM inspections
- check_circlePerform lubrication and repair of lubrication points on vehicles as assigned
- check_circleDocument parts usage and repair order time in a timely and concise manner
- check_circleMaintain a clean and safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards
- check_circleConduct repairs utilizing Factory Service Manuals
- check_circleSupport technicians in the repair of engine, transmission, brake, and electrical systems
- check_circleExecute basic repairs and maintenance on heavy duty equipment including chassis and body
- check_circleAssist drivers in completing daily post-trip and vehicle safety inspection processes
Requirements
- verifiedBasic computer skills
- verifiedKnowledge of tools for heavy and light duty truck repair
- verifiedKnowledge of lubrication charts for waste trucks
- verifiedAbility to perform fluid top-ups (oil, hydraulic, transmission, DEF)
- verifiedAbility to conduct tire inspections and air pressure adjustments
- verifiedAbility to identify visible vehicle repairs (lights, mirrors, leaks, body damage)
- verifiedAbility to assist with pre/post trip vehicle safety inspections
- verifiedAbility to support technicians in repairing engine, transmission, brake, suspension, electrical, hydraulic, and body components
- verifiedAbility to utilize Factory Service Manuals
- verifiedAbility to work in extreme temperatures and weather environments
- verifiedAbility to lift 50 to 75 pounds unassisted
- verifiedAbility to push and pull 50 pounds unassisted
- verifiedAbility to frequently bend, twist, and reach overhead
- verifiedAbility to get up and down from commercial vehicle cab 50-100 times daily
- verifiedAbility to utilize Personal Protective Equipment
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Frequently asked questions about Diesel Mechanic at Interstate Waste Services, Inc.
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In this Diesel Mechanic at Interstate Waste Services, Inc. role, you will conduct safety checks on vehicles and equipment during safety lane and pm inspections; perform lubrication and repair of lubrication points on vehicles as assigned; document parts usage and repair order time in a timely and concise manner; and maintain a clean and safe work area in compliance with corporate and osha standards.
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Interstate Waste Services, Inc. is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Basic computer skills; Knowledge of tools for heavy and light duty truck repair; Knowledge of lubrication charts for waste trucks; Ability to perform fluid top-ups (oil, hydraulic, transmission, DEF); Ability to conduct tire inspections and air pressure adjustments; and Ability to identify visible vehicle repairs (lights, mirrors, leaks, body damage).
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Diesel Mechanic at Interstate Waste Services, Inc. is based in 38, Prentiss Drive, Town of East Fishkill, Dutchess County, New York, 12533, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Interstate Waste Services, Inc. has listed this Diesel Mechanic role as on-site.
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Candidates for Diesel Mechanic at Interstate Waste Services, Inc. should have mid level.
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Key skills for Diesel Mechanic at Interstate Waste Services, Inc. include Preventative Maintenance; Heavy Duty Trucks; Light Duty Trucks; Gasoline Systems; Diesel Systems; CNG Systems; Post Trip Inspection; and Vehicle Safety Inspection.
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Diesel Mechanic at Interstate Waste Services, Inc. is part of the maintenance job category on Recrutus.
About Interstate Waste Services, Inc.
Interstate Waste Services, Inc., headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey, specializes in solid waste collection, disposal, and recycling solutions for commercial, industrial, and residential clients. The company operates across New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, and Ohio, offering dependable service focused on competitive pricing and environmental responsibility.
Sustainability drives core operations, with advanced material recovery facilities and recycling programs designed to minimize landfill reliance. A waste-by-rail initiative further supports emission reductions, aligning with the company’s commitment to environmental stewardship.
Privately owned and locally managed, Interstate Waste Services emphasizes a family legacy in the environmental services industry. As the parent organization of Action Environmental Services, the company prioritizes operational efficiency and community-focused practices. With a team dedicated to customer service and ecological accountability, Interstate Waste Services addresses evolving waste management needs through modernized infrastructure and regional expertise.
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