Diesel Mechanic

About the Role

Each day you will inspect, diagnose, and repair trucks and equipment serving over 20 million customers nationwide. Using modern tools and procedures, you will maintain diesel equipment and, at some sites, a growing fleet of CNG trucks, delivering high‑quality service to your local community. Key responsibilities include troubleshooting electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems; estimating time and material costs; adhering to Standard Labor Repair Times; responding to emergency breakdown calls; performing safety checks; completing required paperwork; and maintaining a clean, OSHA‑compliant work area. • Diagnose, repair, and maintain electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems on diesel and CNG trucks • Estimate time and material costs for repairs • Respond to emergency breakdown service calls • Perform safety checks and ensure OSHA compliance • Complete repair documentation and parts usage records • Maintain a clean and safe work area

Key Responsibilities

• ▸electrical repair
• ▸hydraulic repair
• ▸suspension repair
• ▸brake repair
• ▸air repair
• ▸emergency response

What You Bring

Candidates must have at least two years of relevant mechanical experience, a valid driver’s license with a clean record, be over 18 years old, and be legally authorized to work in the United States. You must also be able to meet the physical demands of the role and pass a pre‑employment drug screen and physical examination. The position requires frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, climbing, standing, walking, and grasping, with occasional sitting and balancing. You will be exposed to physical risks such as cuts, burns, and chemicals, as well as environmental conditions like dirt, noise, odors, and extreme weather, both inside the shop and outdoors. Applicants may need a REAL ID or approved alternative to travel by air or access federal property. If this opportunity aligns with your goals, please click "Apply." • Preferred welding experience and ASE certifications • Minimum 2 years relevant mechanical experience • Valid driver’s license with a clean record • Must be 18+ and legally authorized to work in the United States • Ability to meet physical demands such as lifting, standing, and working in varied weather conditions • Pass pre‑employment drug screen and physical examination

Requirements

• ▸welding
• ▸ase
• ▸2+ yrs
• ▸driver's license
• ▸physical
• ▸us authorization

Benefits

Are you seeking a safer work environment as a mechanic, caring about your family’s financial security, and looking to advance your career? WM offers a company culture that puts employees’ well‑being first, making it an ideal next step for motivated diesel mechanics. As a Diesel Mechanic at WM you receive career progression, family stability, and a safe workplace. The role provides a stable schedule, competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional and personal growth. Compensation includes a starting hourly wage of $32+ depending on experience, stable hours for financial security, a quarterly tool allowance reimbursement up to $500, and an annual boot allowance of $200. Additional perks are a stock purchase plan, comprehensive healthcare (dental, vision, prescription), annual education assistance, a company‑matched 401(k), adoption assistance, and preferred consideration for welding experience and ASE certifications. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm, with occasional Saturdays, providing consistency for work‑life balance. The job is based in a repair and maintenance shop at WM’s Walker, LA location, operating in a professional shop environment. • Starting hourly wage of $32+ based on experience • Quarterly tool allowance reimbursement up to $500 • Annual boot allowance of $200 • Eligibility for stock purchase plan • Comprehensive healthcare including dental, vision, and prescription coverage • Annual education assistance benefit • Company‑matched 401(k) and adoption assistance

Work Environment

Onsite