Heavy Diesel Fleet - Lube Tech - Now Hiring

Southern Oregon Sanitation, in Grants Pass, OR has an immediate position open for a Diesel Lube Tech to perform preventative maintenance on our fleet of garbage trucks.

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Full-Time: 4/10 Schedule, Wednesday – Saturday, 7:00am – 4:30pm (Occasional OT as needed)

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COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION:    Starting pay at $26.94/hr

• Annual Safety Bonus $$
• Generous Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
• Customizable Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Wellness Programs, and more
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Growth opportunities- We pride ourselves on promoting from within.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Help to assist with repairs including but are not limited to, routine preventative maintenance and repairing engines, chassis, body components, hydraulic cylinders, brake systems, suspension systems, cooling systems, and wheels/tires.
• Inspects equipment and/or trucks for condition, operations, parts and fluid levels, differentials, final drives, pump drives, and hubs.
• Knowledge of Hydraulics repair is a plus!
• Conducts safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
• Reviews, completes or assigns repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.
• Performs required safety protocols while working on vehicles.
• Ability to effectively communicate needed repairs or tasks.

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WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.
• Back, leg, arm and shoulder strength required to safely climb in, on and around vehicles to inspect and repair.
• Ability to work in awkward, tight, or restricted spaces for extended periods of time; Requires the ability to sit, bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, crawl, and be able to get up and down from a supine position.
• Work environment involves some exposure to physical risks such as moving mechanical parts which require following basic safety precautions.
• The employee is exposed to outside weather, including frequent wet and/or humid conditions, as well as exposure to fumes and vibration. Noise level is usually moderate.

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REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record (Required)
• 1+ year of DIESEL lube tech or diesel maintenance experience (or completion of diesel tech program)
• Provide Personal Tools.
• Proficiency in vehicle and equipment diagnosis and repair.
• Ability to read and comprehend service and technical information in English
• Basic knowledge of truck systems and hydraulics a plus
• Ability to follow directions, work safely, and learn quickly

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CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Candidates for employment must meet position requirements and successfully pass post offer employment examinations including:

•             Background Check

•             MVR Check

•             Drug screen

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To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at www.wasteconnections.com .

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Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

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