Overview: Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Occassional Satuday 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM 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 Yellow Iron Diesel Technicians/Mechanics perform inspection, diagnosis, preventative maintenance, and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles and equipment, primarily including yellow iron machinery, diesel heavy trucks and engines. The Technician or Mechanic is not only responsible for understanding maintenance and breakdown needs and initiating/ assigning necessary repairs, but also must be able to operate the machinery being repaired. At times, the Technician may be on call and required to assist with emergency breakdowns. Essential Job Functions: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned. Maintains advanced knowledge to diagnose and repair mechanical problems on heavy equipment (heavy equipment includes but not limited to: yellow iron machinery, tractor trailers, forklifts, and other diesel trucks) Performs repairs and assigned preventative maintenance services. Estimates time and material cost on vehicle repairs and requisition of new parts. Conduct safety checks on vehicles. Completes required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program associated with repairing vehicles, documenting part usage, and accounting for repair time. Reviews, completes, or assigns repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports. Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Company safety protocols and OSHA standards. This position will have no direct reports, however they will work in collaboration with the other yellow iron diesel mechanic on staff, although on different shifts. Assists Sr. Technicians in the completion of project work. Requirements and Qualifications:: Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States. A valid drivers license is required . CDL a plus. At least 5 years of experience in job duties. Sanitation or construction industry experience a plus. Computer diagnostic experience as diesel technician a plus. 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. 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 Work Environment We are continuously investing in equipment, and many of our trucks are less than 2 years old. Potentially hazardous work environment with many moving parts and machinery; must always be alert of surroundings. Only during breakdowns will this position be required to enter transfer station loading/ dumping area. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be provided. The Yellow Iron Diesel Technician/Mechanic may be required to lift upwards to 50 pounds. Frequent squatting and standing are required. 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 $25.00/Hr. Salary Range Maximum: USD $32.00/Hr.