Diesel Mechanic 1st Shift $2,500 Sign On

About the Role

Each day you will maintain and repair trucks and equipment that serve over 20 million customers across the United States, using modern tools and procedures on both diesel and, at some locations, CNG fleets. • Work in Houghton, MI repair shop serving WM’s hauling site. • Inspect, diagnose, and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems on diesel and CNG vehicles. • Estimate time and material costs; complete work within Standard Labor Repair Times. • Respond to emergency breakdown service calls and perform safety checks. • Document parts usage, repair times, and complete required paperwork. • Assist senior mechanics and handle driver vehicle inspection report repairs. • Maintain a clean, safe work area per OSHA and corporate safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸system repair
• ▸cost estimation
• ▸emergency service
• ▸documentation
• ▸safety compliance
• ▸truck maintenance

What You Bring

The role demands physical effort such as lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, climbing, and constant standing, and involves exposure to typical shop hazards, chemicals, noise, and outdoor weather conditions. Candidates must have at least two years of relevant mechanical experience, a valid driver’s license, be 18 or older, legally eligible to work in the United States, and be able to pass a pre‑employment drug screen and physical test. • Stable Monday‑Friday 6 am–3 pm shift (occasional Saturdays); overtime as needed. • Minimum 2 years relevant mechanical experience; valid driver’s license; 18+ years old; legal U.S. work eligibility. • Pass pre‑employment drug screen, physical, and meet physical demands (lifting, standing, climbing, exposure to hazards). • Team‑player attitude, independent work capability, enjoy varied challenges, strong problem‑solving skills. • Exposure to indoor garage, shop, gas plant, and outdoor conditions including inclement weather and noise.

Requirements

• ▸mechanical experience
• ▸driver's license
• ▸problem solving
• ▸physical demands
• ▸us eligible
• ▸2 years

Benefits

Are you seeking a safer work environment as a mechanic, financial security for your family, and career advancement? WM offers a supportive workplace that prioritizes employee well‑being and provides a clear path for growth as a Diesel Mechanic. Compensation includes a starting salary based on experience, a $2,500 sign‑on bonus, a $1,000 tool allowance, and a $500 boot allowance. Benefits cover comprehensive health, dental, vision and prescription coverage, a company‑matched 401(k), paid tuition and scholarships, and adoption assistance. • Starting salary based on experience; $2,500 sign‑on bonus; $1,000 tool allowance; $500 boot allowance. • Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; company‑matched 401(k); paid tuition & scholarships; adoption assistance.

Work Environment

Onsite