Wm
Leading provider of comprehensive waste management services across North America.
Assistant Diesel Mechanic
Assist in inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing diesel trucks and equipment.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The position follows a Monday‑through‑Friday schedule with a rotating Saturday shift once a month, covering afternoon to evening shifts at the Lake City, GA repair shop. As an Assistant Diesel Mechanic you will service trucks and equipment that serve millions of customers nationwide, using modern tools to maintain both diesel and, at some sites, CNG fleets. The role requires adherence to safety standards, accurate documentation, and collaboration with senior mechanics to ensure high‑quality repairs. • Inspect, diagnose, and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems on a wide range of vehicles • Estimate time and material costs for repairs and new parts • Perform work within Standard Labor Repair Times (SRTs) and respond to emergency breakdown calls • Conduct safety checks and complete required paperwork documenting parts usage and labor • Assist senior mechanics on project work and handle Driver Vehicle Inspection Report repairs • Maintain a clean, OSHA‑compliant work area and follow established safety procedures
Key Responsibilities
- ▸diagnostics
- ▸repair
- ▸cost estimation
- ▸safety checks
- ▸documentation
- ▸team support
What You Bring
Candidates must have at least two years of relevant experience, a valid driver’s license with a clean record, be 18 or older, legally authorized to work in the United States, and able to meet the physical demands of the job. The work environment involves frequent lifting, standing, and exposure to typical shop hazards such as noise, odors, and weather extremes, with accommodations available as needed. • Minimum two years of relevant mechanic experience • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record • Must be 18 years of age or older and legally eligible to work in the United States • Ability to meet physical demands (lifting, standing, climbing) with or without reasonable accommodations • Successfully complete pre‑employment drug screen and physical examination • Team‑oriented, capable of independent work, enjoys varied challenges, and is a determined problem‑solver
Requirements
- ▸2+ years
- ▸mechanic
- ▸driver's license
- ▸physical
- ▸team‑oriented
- ▸problem solver
Benefits
Are you looking for a safer work environment, financial security for your family, and a path to advance your mechanic career? WM offers a supportive culture that prioritizes employee well‑being, making it an ideal place for your next career move. Compensation includes a competitive hourly wage, stable hours, and a comprehensive benefits package that supports health, retirement, education, and family needs. • Starting pay $18‑$22 per hour depending on experience • $400 quarterly tool allowance and $150 semi‑annual boot allowance • Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage • Annual education assistance benefit and company‑matched 401(k) plan • Adoption assistance and parent support programs • Stable Monday‑Friday schedule with rotating Saturday shift once a month
Work Environment
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