Diesel Technician Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Opdenaker Trash & Recycling is a family-owned and -operated company that has been providing trash and recycling removal services in Southeastern Pennsylvania and Northern Delaware for over 55 years. Our company is seeking full-time, reliable, and hard-working professional Diesel Technician Mechanic. Your principle responsibility is to perform repair and maintenance work on diesel and non-diesel vehicles. Specific responsibility includes but is not limited to the preventative maintenance & repair of vehicles including:

• Chassis components
• Vehicle refuse bodies and control systems
• Hydraulic electrical
• Air brake systems
• General engine work
• HVAC components
• Suspension, drive train, and steering systems.
• Basic tire work, such as replacement, tire rotation, and tread depth checks.

Diesel Mechanic's day-to-day responsibilities are supported and facilitated by:

• Utilization of vehicle computer electronics systems (ECM) to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs.
• Ability to estimate time and material costs on vehicle repairs and requisitions new parts.
• Performs all work within Standard Repair Times (SRTs).
• Conducting regular safety checks on vehicles.
• Completing required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
• Review, completion, or assignment of repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
• Maintenance of a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate / OSHA Standards and performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.

Job Requirements:

• One (1) year of experience in a technician position demonstrating knowledge of both gasoline and diesel-powered equipment diagnosis and repair.
• Prior experience with maintenance work to be performed on light/medium/heavy duty trucks
• Valid CDL Class A, B or C
• General understanding of work order labor time standards
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications (T1-T8) are a plus but not required.
• Working knowledge & demonstrated ability to work with computer systems and electronic mobile devices (phones/tablets)
• Ability to lift and/or push/pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to climb in and out of trash truck's cabs and body

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay Scale (based on experience)
• Overtime opportunity
• 100% Employer Paid Medical Benefits Coverage
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match
• Stable family owned and operated company established in 1969 that values employees & community

Job Type:

• Full-time

Salary:

• $25 - $35 per hour

Benefits:

• Company-paid Health and Vision insurance for employee and dependents
• Employer-sponsored Health Reimbursement Account
• Group Life Insurance Policy
• Additional voluntary life, critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity and short-term disability policies
• Dependent care flex spending account
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• 401(K) Plan with employer matching up to 6%
• Company-provided safety equipment including uniform, boot allowance, shirts, and sweatshirts
• Bonus pay
• Company-sponsored events such as Employee Appreciation Day, Christmas Party

Experience level:

• Entry, B Tech or A Tech

Work Location:

• Aston, PA; Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)