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Heavy Diesel Fleet Mechanic

Waste Connections
$26+/hr
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Idaho, Payette
Jun 09, 2026
Hardin Sanitation, a trusted Waste Connections company, is looking for a skilled and motivated Diesel Mechanic to keep our fleet running strong. If you're a hands-on problem-solver who takes pride in quality work and wants a stable, long-term opportunity in Payette, ID , we want to hear from you!

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Location: 1840 NE 10th Ave, Payette, ID
Schedule: Monday - Friday | 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Occasional Overtime & Saturdays

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Competitive Compensation:

Starting pay at $26+/hr (DOE) with regular increases

  • Annual Safety Bonus $$

  • Monthly Tool Allowance $$

  • Generous Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays

  • Customizable Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Wellness Programs, and more

  • 401(k) with Company Match

  • Company-Paid Life Insurance

  • Career Growth: We promote from within-mechanics can grow into lead, supervisor, or shop manager roles

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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Inspects and repairs vehicles with diesel engines
  • Handles routine repairs, including oil and tire changes along with minor and major repairs from A/C, hydraulics, electrical, welding, engine replacement, transmissions, etc.
  • Interprets diagnostic test results accurately
  • Writes detailed inspection reports and repair plans in our system
  • Collaborates with other diesel mechanics
  • Completes test drives to make sure the vehicle runs correctly
  • Uses power, machine, and hand tools safely
  • Communicate with drivers for issues in morning and afternoon
  • Reviews, completes or assigns repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports
  • Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards
  • Follows all Waste Connections repair shop regulations and standards

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REQUIREMENTS:

  • Valid Driver's License with aClean Driving Record (Required)
  • Experience in heavy truck equipment maintenance and repair
  • Provide personal tools.
  • Class B CDL OR the ability to obtain one within 90 days of employment if required.
  • Proficiency in vehicle and equipment diagnosis and repair.
  • Ability to read and comprehend service and technical information in English.

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WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

  • Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.
  • Back, leg, arm and shoulder strength required to safely climb in, on and around vehicles to inspect and repair.
  • Ability to work in awkward, tight, or restricted spaces for extended periods of time; Requires the ability to sit, bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, crawl, and be able to get up and down from a supine position.
  • Work environment involves some exposure to physical risks such as moving mechanical parts which require following basic safety precautions.
  • The employee is exposed to outside weather, including frequent wet and/or humid conditions, as well as exposure to fumes and vibration. Noise level is usually moderate.

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CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Candidates for employment must meet position requirements and successfully pass post offer employment examinations including:

* Background Check

* MVR Check (Clean driving record)

* Drug screen

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***If applying through Indeed or other 3rd party website;

To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application directly through our website: www.wasteconnections.com

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Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

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