Mobile Diesel Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Rumpke is a family owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple : to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people.

When you join Rumpke, you’ll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.

This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!

Senior Diesel Mechanic are responsible for performing inspections, diagnostic testing, repairs, and maintenance on the vehicle fleet to ensure our trucks are safe and on the road. Often senior technicians handle the more difficult repairs and assist in training less experienced technicians. These technicians must be able to work with minimal direction and may direct the work of others.

Responsibilities of Position :

• Performs repairs and maintenance of fleet vehicles in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
• Perform services and repairs to fleet vehicles per company maintenance schedules and / or from driver vehicle inspection reports (DVIR).
• Diagnoses and troubleshoots mechanical issues and makes necessary repairs, or replacements.
• Road tests vehicles to diagnose problems or test repairs.
• Inspects, lubricates, and services vehicles and equipment.
• Completes adjustments, repairs, and component replacements to vehicles, equipment, and related components.
• Checks, fills, and / or changes appropriate fluids for all vehicle parts and checks / changes filters.
• Inspects and / or repairs vehicle support systems, such as electrical, air, and brake systems.
• Identifies and performs repair to various components and operating systems on the vehicles, equipment, or related components.
• Performs roadside repairs and adjustments.
• Ensures all safety devices on vehicles are in good working order.
• Assists in training less experienced technicians with repairs, maintenance assignments, and adjustments.
• Performs required administrative duties, when necessary, parts requisitions, warranties, etc.
• Performs routine housekeeping duties related to tools, materials, shop, and work areas.
• May assist in other areas of the vehicle maintenance shop as needed.
• Maintains accurate records (time, maintenance orders, and parts usage) on computer / tablet.
• May be require to travel for training purposes or business needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities Needed for Position :

Physical Requirements in a Regular workday :

Additional Working Conditions / Aspects :

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and / or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish a contract for employment and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke’s policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.