Wm
Leading provider of comprehensive waste management services across North America.
Diesel Mechanic
Repair and maintain diesel trucks/equipment at WM's Walker, LA shop.
Job Highlights
About the Role
Each day you will diagnose, repair, and maintain trucks and equipment that serve more than 20 million customers across the United States. Working with modern tools, you’ll handle diesel equipment and, at some locations, a growing fleet of CNG trucks, taking pride in keeping vehicles safe and operational for the community. • Inspect, diagnose, and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems • Estimate time and material costs for repairs and parts • Perform work within Standard Labor Repair Times (SRTs) • Respond to emergency breakdown service calls • Conduct safety checks on vehicles • Complete paperwork documenting parts usage and labor • Review and address items on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports • Maintain a clean, safe work area per OSHA standards
Key Responsibilities
- ▸diagnostics
- ▸system repair
- ▸cost estimating
- ▸emergency service
- ▸safety checks
- ▸truck maintenance
What You Bring
The role requires frequent physical effort such as lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, climbing, and constant standing, walking, and grasping. You’ll be exposed to typical occupational risks like cuts, burns, chemicals, noise, and varying weather conditions both inside the garage and outdoors. • Preferred: welding experience and ASE certifications • Minimum 2 years relevant mechanic experience • Valid driver’s license with a clean record • Age 18+ and legally authorized to work in the United States • Ability to meet physical demands of the role • Pass pre‑employment drug screen and physical exam • Comfortable working independently and as part of a team • Determined problem solver • Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, climbing; constant standing, walking, grasping • Exposure to cuts, burns, toxic chemicals, dirt, noise, and weather extremes • Work both inside garage/shop and outdoors in inclement conditions
Requirements
- ▸welding
- ▸ase certified
- ▸2 years
- ▸driver's license
- ▸problem solver
Benefits
Are you looking for a safer work environment, financial security for your family, and career advancement as a mechanic? WM offers a supportive culture that prioritizes employee well‑being and could be the next step in your career. As a Diesel Mechanic you’ll earn a starting salary of $32+ per hour (depending on experience) with stable hours that support financial stability. You’ll receive a tool allowance reimbursement of up to $500 each quarter, a $200 boot allowance annually, access to a stock purchase plan, and comprehensive health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage. Additional perks include an annual education assistance benefit, company‑matched 401(k), and adoption assistance with parent support. Welding experience and ASE certifications are considered a plus. WM is North America’s largest waste‑management and environmental‑solutions provider, committed to sustainability, equal opportunity, and employee safety. The company offers a real‑ID requirement for travel, comprehensive benefits, and a culture focused on pride, training, growth, and rewarding performance. • Starting pay $32+ per hour, based on experience • Stable, predictable work hours • Tool allowance reimbursement up to $500 each quarter • Annual boot allowance of $200 • Access to company stock purchase plan • Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage • Annual education assistance benefit • Company‑matched 401(k) plan • Adoption assistance and parent support
Work Environment
Onsite