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Athens Services

Waste collection, recycling, and environmental services

Fleet Maintenance Technician 1

Heavy Duty & Diesel Vehicle MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeThousand Oaks, CA, USA$39.73 - $40.23 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • Familiarity with Department of Transportation California Highway Patrol repair processes and controls for Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports is required.
  • Ability to communicate mechanical issues and required repairs effectively is required.
  • Tasks must be performed safely and in accordance with applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration rules and regulations.
  • Ability to read and comprehend service and technical information is required.
  • A valid Class C driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required.
  • Personal tools are required.
  • Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations, is required.
  • ASE Medium/Heavy Truck certifications are required: T2 Engine, T3 Drive Train, T4 Brakes, T5 Suspension and Steering, T6 Electrical/Electronic Systems, T7 Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning, and T8 Preventative Maintenance Inspection.
  • Compressed Natural Gas Vehicle Certification is required.

Responsibilities

  • Perform senior-level repairs and assigned preventive maintenance tasks.
  • Troubleshoot, inspect, diagnose, and repair the most critical and complex electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems on vehicles and equipment.
  • Perform safety inspections and checks on vehicles and equipment.
  • Perform roadside emergency diagnosis and repair of roadside equipment as directed by supervision.
  • Complete required repair paperwork, including documentation of parts usage and repair times.
  • Attend and successfully complete all safety and compliance training.
  • Perform assigned repairs and preventive maintenance in accordance with established Standard Repair Times, completing work accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with company safety and quality standards.
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical issues in the existing fleet.
  • Review Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.

Desired Qualifications

  • Six years of experience in heavy truck equipment maintenance and repair, or equivalent trade school and/or technical certifications.
  • Trade school certification.
  • Bilingual ability in English and Spanish.
  • Air Brake Certification.
  • Compressed Natural Gas alternative fuel experience or training.
  • Commercial Driver's License Class A or B.
  • Computer diagnostic skills using Cummins Insite and Allison transmissions.
  • Forklift operator training or certification.

About the Company

Athens Services

Waste collection, recycling, and environmental services

Athens Services provides waste collection, recycling, and environmental services for residential, commercial, and public-sector customers in the greater Los Angeles area. It operates through a fleet of trucks and local facilities to collect trash, recycle materials, and compost waste, and it uses reuse and recycling to divert resources from landfills. The company emphasizes personalized, community-focused service and investment in people, technology, and the environment. It differentiates itself by being family-owned and operating with a focus on The Athens Way—great service, strong people, safety, and sustainability—rather than competing purely on scale. The goal is to deliver reliable service while fostering a safe, healthy, and sustainable environment for generations to come.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
La Puente, CA
Founded
Not listed

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