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Athens Services

Waste collection, recycling, and environmental services

Truck Mechanic 1

Heavy Duty & Diesel Vehicle MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timePacoima, Los Angeles, CA, USA$39.73 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Have a high school diploma or GED.
  • Be familiar with DOT CHP repair processes and controls for Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
  • Be able to communicate mechanical issues and required repairs effectively.
  • Perform all tasks safely and in accordance with applicable OSHA rules and regulations.
  • Behave consistently in an appropriate and professional manner.
  • Be able to read and comprehend service and technical information.
  • Have a valid Class C driver's license and an acceptable driver's record.
  • Possess personal tools.
  • Be able to perform the physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
  • Hold ASE Medium/Heavy Truck Certifications: T2 Engine, T3 Drive Train, T4 Brakes, T5 Suspension and Steering, T6 Electrical/Electronic Systems, T7 Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC), and T8 Preventative Maintenance Inspection (PMI).
  • Hold a Compressed Natural Gas Vehicle Certification.

Responsibilities

  • Perform assigned repairs and preventive maintenance tasks according to established Standard Repair Times, ensuring accurate and efficient completion in compliance with company safety and quality standards.
  • Perform senior-level repairs and assigned preventive maintenance tasks.
  • Perform troubleshooting, inspections, diagnosis, and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems on vehicles and equipment, including the most critical and complex work.
  • Perform safety inspections and checks on vehicles and equipment.
  • Perform roadside emergency diagnosis and repair of roadside equipment as directed by supervision.
  • Complete required vehicle and equipment repair paperwork, including parts usage and repair-time documentation.
  • Attend and successfully complete all safety and compliance training.

Desired Qualifications

  • Have six years of experience in heavy truck equipment maintenance and repair, or equivalent trade school and/or technical certifications.
  • Hold a trade school certification.
  • Be bilingual in English and Spanish.
  • Hold an air brake certification.
  • Have CNG alternative-fuel experience or training.
  • Hold a CDL Class A or B.
  • Have computer diagnostic skills using Cummins Insite and Allison transmissions.
  • Have 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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