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Integrated solid waste collection and disposal

Diesel Mechanic

Heavy Duty & Diesel Vehicle MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeSan Marcos, TX, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Knowledge of Department of Transportation, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and other related state and federal regulations.
  • Ability to communicate effectively across organizational levels and with customers and external vendors.
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.
  • Must have a Brake Safety Certificate and 609 air-conditioning system certification.
  • Must be computer literate and willing and able to be trained in software systems.
  • Preferred: Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License, or willingness and ability to obtain one within six months of employment.
  • Must have at least three years of diesel or compressed natural gas maintenance experience.
  • Ability to stand, sit, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, and balance.
  • Ability to maintain continuous concentrated mental and visual attention; visual requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  • Ability to operate trucks and other equipment as needed.
  • Ability to use a computer and related devices throughout the workday while seated at a desk or workstation.
  • Ability to climb ladders, bend, or stand for long periods.
  • Ability to reach above shoulders, lift up to 50 pounds, and push or pull up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose, repair, and maintain the company’s diesel and compressed natural gas fleet under the supervision of maintenance department leadership and senior-level mechanics.
  • Inspect brake systems, engine components, emission systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other vehicle parts to confirm proper operating condition.
  • Test-drive trucks to diagnose malfunctions and ensure they are operating properly.
  • Perform standard electronic diagnostics and repair electrical equipment and hydraulic systems.
  • Perform Department of Transportation and brake inspections on all vehicles.
  • Complete reports and work orders, order parts, and perform other required daily administrative duties.
  • Complete work as scheduled by shop supervision or higher-grade technicians.
  • Ensure safe working conditions and comply with all safety regulations.
  • Participate actively in training classes and development opportunities to increase skills and working knowledge.
  • Maintain a clean work area.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience using diagnostic software is preferred.
  • ASE certifications are preferred.

About the Company

GFL

Integrated solid waste collection and disposal

WCA Waste Corporation provides end-to-end non-hazardous solid waste management services. It covers the entire waste lifecycle, including collection, transfer, processing, and disposal, and offers containers for rent for commercial construction, demolition, and industrial jobs. Its operations span collection fleets, transfer stations, material recovery facilities (MRFs), and landfills, enabling customers to manage waste from pickup to final disposal in a single network. The company differentiates itself through vertical integration: owning and operating a coordinated network of assets across multiple states (Texas, Missouri, Florida, and surrounding regions) to handle diverse waste streams and provide comprehensive, single-source solutions. WCA’s goal is to deliver scalable, end-to-end waste management services and expand its geographic footprint, a strategy that continued under GFL Environmental Inc. after the 2020 acquisition to broaden presence in the Midwest and Southeast.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Houston, TX
Founded
2000

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