Diesel Mechanic
Location: Garwood
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
Overview: SCHEDULE: 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM HOURLY RATE: $32.64
Interstate Waste Services is the most progressive and innovative
provider of solid waste and recycling services in the country! We
primarily service Northern New Jersey, Southern New York State, New
York City, Connecticut, with a landfill located in Ohio, where we
also own and operate a state-of-the-art rail-served landfill. We
cater to a diverse range of residential, industrial and commercial
customers. Our mission has always been to provide our customers
with the highest quality waste, recycling and environmental
services, while keeping focus on employee, customer and
environmental safety. What makes our company culture unique is we
have mastered the ability to balance the standards of a large
corporate company while maintaining our small business family style
culture. Essential Job Summary:: Our Diesel Mechanics perform
inspection, diagnosis, preventative maintenance, and repair of
electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on
vehicles and equipment, including diesel heavy trucks and engines.
Utilizing diagnostic software, the Mechanic is responsible for
interpreting failure modes and initiate or assign necessary
repairs. At times, the Mechanic may be on call, and required to
assist with emergency breakdowns. Requirements and Qualifications::
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to
work in the United States. A valid driver’s license is required.
CDL preferred. Experience working on heavy duty diesel equipment OR
training from a recognized trade school is required. Must be able
to speak and read English well enough to converse with colleagues,
drivers and dispatch, and be able to make legible entries on
reports and records. Must be able to meet the physical and safety
requirements of the position. Must be able to provide own tools
Entry-level candidates will be considered for this position and
on-the-job training provided. Candidates with the following
experience may be considered for a Mechanic B or A level position
which has a higher level of responsibility as well a compensation:
2 years experience working as a heavy duty Diesel Mechanic
Experience with troubleshooting/repairing DPF systems diagnostic
software such as Premium Tech Tool (Mack), Allison transmission,
Cummins, CAT, Peterbilt, and Paccar. Working knowledge of
applicable DOT and OSHA standards and regulations. Other duties as
assigned. Additional Information: This job description is intended
to be an accurate representation of the general functions of the
job, rather than exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or
experience. Other duties may be assigned, requested, or required.
Aspects of the job may be altered without notice. Interstate Waste
Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees
and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and
harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion,
age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected
veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local
laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of
employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion,
termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence,
compensation, and training. Salary Range Minimum: USD
$32.64/Hr.
Keywords: , Plainfield , Diesel Mechanic, Engineering , Garwood, New Jersey
