Burrtec Waste & Recycling Services is a well-established refuse and recycling collection company serving over fifteen municipalities throughout Southern California and employing over 1400 full time employees. Burrtec continues to grow through co. acquisitions and successful bid proposals. Burrtec is a family owned company that firmly believes the key element to our success is knowing how important each employee is in the organization. We are currently seeking a Mechanic in our Palm Desert Division.
Mechanic
Under limited supervision and performs work of considerable difficulty in the repair and maintenance of vehicles and equipment. Performs related work as assigned.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Perform major and minor engine repairs and accessories
- Minor manual and automatic transmission and differential repairs
- R & R of hydraulic components air and hydraulic brake systems
- Major and minor electrical repairs
- General Vehicle preventive maintenance
- Follow safety rules and keep work area clean
- Will respond to road call and perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Know Detroit, International Cummins, Caterpillar, Volvo diesel engines.
- Able to troubleshoot, diagnose, engine, hydraulic system, and transmission problems systematically and accurately.
- Capable of identifying parts needed for repairs.
- Ability to work with minimal direction.
- A Valid California Drivers License, required
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum of 5 years exp. on heavy duty diesel and gasoline truck repair.
- Be able to perform all duties of Mechanic I job description.
PHYSICAL:
- Must be able to lift and pull 75 lbs.
- Physical demands include bending, lifting, reaching, climbing, and standing.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Will be exposed to outdoors weather heat, cold, rain, wind.
- Will be exposed to moderate levels of noise and dust.
- Will be exposed to working on slippery conditions and cramped positions.
- Work is performed around, vibrations, moving objects, noise, dirt, dust, chemicals, fuels including diesel, gasoline, and various natural gases.
We provide competitive salary commensurate upon experience, and EXCELLENT benefits package including 401K and 100% paid medical/dental/life insurance and holidays/vacations/PSLs.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $27.30 - $34.90 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Diesel engine repair: 1 year (Preferred)
- Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
