Diesel Mechanic at GFL Environmental
Horicon, WI
About the Job
Starting Pay: up to $30/hr based on EXP
Day Shift!
We are moving into a brand new state of the art shop in April 2025-Heated Floors, Huge Bays and new fleet of trucks (CNG)!
GFL Environmental is one of North America’s leading waste management companies, proudly making communities cleaner, safer, and happier through first-class service. Working for GFL is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to grow in your career, make new friends, and make a difference each day.
Our mechanics use their expertise in diagnostics, repairs and preventative maintenance on Diesel and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) vehicles to maintain GFL’s fleet in safe and continuous “road ready” condition, so our Drivers can continue to keep local neighborhoods clean by courteously and efficiently providing waste removal and environmental services to customers.
Our employees are affectionately known as team green, a name that unites us all under our shared purpose of providing sustainable solutions to enable our customers and communities to be GREEN FOR LIFE!
- 15 days of paid time off
- 4 medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution & match program
- 401(k) with an employer match
- Paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services.
Essential Functions
- Advanced ability to diagnose and repair Diesel and CNG powered trucks (where applicable), including engines, electrical systems, propane systems, hydraulics, and fuel systems.
- Independently lead inspections of brake systems, all engine components, emission systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings and other important parts to ensure they are in proper operating condition.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to level B and C mechanics.
- Prioritize repairs to maximize efficiency and timely completion of work orders.
- Oversee the review of mechanical write-ups on equipment and coordinate repair schedule.
- Perform DOT and brake inspections on all vehicles.
- Complete reports, work orders, order parts and perform other administrative duties as required daily.
- Ensure safe working conditions and compliance with all safety regulations.
- Understand and interpret intricate electrical and diagnostics schematics.
- Active participation in training classes and development opportunities to increase skills and working knowledge.
- Maintain a clean work area.
Education, Training, Experience and Licensing/Certification Requirements
- Knowledge of DOT, OSHA and other related state and federal regulations
- ASE Certifications preferred
- Ability to understand and interpret detailed schematics and manuals.
- Communicate effectively across various levels of the organization and communicate with customers and external vendors.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating, and maintenance instructions and procedural manuals.
- Experience using diagnostic software. Must be computer literate and willing and able to be trained in software systems.
- Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred.
- 5+ years of diesel/CNG (where applicable) maintenance experience
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We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com
