Lead Diesel Mechanic

Safely inspect, maintain and repair all Company owned or leased vehicles and equipment including rolling stock, to ensure its ability to operate efficiently and safely. Provide daily functional direction to mechanics as needed

At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life!*
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!

• Tool allowance
• Boots provided per year
• Competitive benefits package
• Succession Planning in effect, with a promotion from within culture on our shop floor!
• Cross Training – supports coverage during vacations and expands your breadth of experience.

Let’s Get Technical-

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 safely operate, repair, rebuild and perform maintenance on Company owned or leased heavy duty diesel trucks and equipment including rolling stock to ensure its ability to operate safely, so our Drivers can continue to keep local neighborhoods clean and safe, by courteously and efficiently providing waste removal and environmental services to customers.

Salary:Competitive compared to market

A day in the life of a Mechanic:

• Diagnose and repair operational difficulties with heavy duty diesel trucks and equipment
• Maintain and repair heavy diesel, CNG, gas and electrically operated equipment and vehicles
• Complete reports, work orders, order parts and perform other administrative duties as required daily
• Plan and schedule repairs in M5 planner and procure all parts for successful plan
• Assist in the review of mechanical write-ups on equipment and coordinate repair schedule
• Ensure safe working conditions and compliance with all safety regulations
• Utilize a variety of power and hand tools and equipment
• Possess, provide, and maintain tools necessary to perform tasks related to maintenance on heavy/hydraulic equipment.

What’s required:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); technical diploma desired
• Minimum of one (1) year experience as a diesel mechanic
• Must be computer literate, have the ability to be trained on software systems and the willingness to learn.
• Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety sensitive functions according to Company standards
• Experience using diagnostic software a plus
• Conform in all respects with applicable federal, state/provincial, and local laws, regulations, ordinances, and other orders and to all company policies, procedures and directives from supervisors.
• Demonstrate ability to follow detailed instructions, work independently and maintain accurate records
• Ability to operate any vehicle or equipment necessary to perform job
• Possess physical ability to perform all aspects of job

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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 [email protected]

Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.