Trailer Mechanic

Lewis County Hauling, a Waste Connections company, is looking to hire a Trailer Mechanic to join our team in Centralia, WA! 

The Schedule will be. Monday – Friday 5 AM- 1:30 PM. Starting pay range from $20-30/hr (DOE)

Why Join Us?

• CULTURE: It’s a Great place to work! We work in an environment where empowered, self-directed all-stars know what they do is important.

• INTEGRITY: Our definition is “saying what you will do and then doing it!” We keep our promises to our customers and our employees.

• RESPECT: We show respect for our customers and fellow employees. Respect for ourselves grows through all the hard work and great service we provide to the communities we are privileged to serve.

Responsibilities:

• Repairs include but are not limited to routine PM maintenance, Welding, electrical, brake systems, suspension systems, as well as wheel and tire rotation.

• Inspects equipment for condition, operations, parts, and fluid levels, differentials, final drives, pump drives, and hubs.

• Knowledge of hydraulic repair is required

• Utilizes vehicle computer electronics systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs.

• Conducts safety checks on vehicles and equipment.

• Completes required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program associated with repairing vehicles and trailers, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.

• Reviews, completes, or assigns repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.

• Performs maintenance-related work as required.

• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.

• Performs required safety protocols while working on vehicles.

• Ability to effectively communicate needed repairs or tasks.

• Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.

• Work environment may be indoors in a shop, or outdoors to repair trucks on the road. Usually well-lighted and ventilated. Sometimes necessary to work in awkward or tight positions and to handle greasy or dirty tools. These factors require following basic safety precautions.

 The ideal candidate will possess:

• Minimum of 2+ years’ experience, that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified above.

• Must provide own personal tools.

• Welding/fabrication experience required.

What we offer:

• Yearly Safety Bonuses

• Tool Allowance

• Yearly Boot allowances

• Competitive compensation

• Performance-based career growth potential

• Medical, dental, vision insurance plans

• Income Protection Plans (Life Insurance, Short Term/Long Term Disability)

• 401(k)

• Flexible Spending Account

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Emergency Travel Assistance

• Prepaid Legal Plan