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Diesel Mechanic

Waste Connections
Posted 4 days ago, valid for 15 days
Location

Lafayette, LA, US

Salary

$24 - $27 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Diesel Mechanic position in Rayne, Louisiana offers a full-time role with a pay range of $24–$27 per hour, depending on experience, and overtime pay of $36 - $40.50 per hour after 40 hours.
  • Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience in diesel or heavy truck maintenance.
  • Responsibilities include handling repairs, inspections, and diagnostics on garbage trucks, as well as maintaining logs and interacting with drivers.
  • Preferred qualifications include proficiency with diagnostic tools, basic tool sets, hydraulic experience, ASE certification, and a Class A or B CDL.
  • The job also provides a $200 monthly tool allowance, an annual boot stipend, medical benefits, and a 401(k) plan with up to a 5% company match.

🛠️ Diesel Mechanic – Rayne, Louisiana

Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: $24–$27/hour (based on experience)
Overtime: Time-and-a-half after 40 hours, that’s $36 - $40.50/hour
Schedule:

  • Monday–Friday, 1:30 p.m. – Midnight

  • Every 3rd Saturday, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

  • 50–60 hours/week

🔧 What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll keep our fleet of garbage trucks running strong by:

  • Handling repairs, inspections, and safety checks

  • Diagnosing and fixing electrical, hydraulic, brake, suspension, and air systems

  • Using vehicle computer systems to troubleshoot and adjust engine controls

  • Reviewing and completing driver inspection reports

  • Logging work in fleet maintenance software

  • Test-driving trucks after service

  • Pitching in with teammates and keeping the shop clean

  • Interacting professionally with drivers

  • Taking on other duties as assigned

What You Bring

  • 3+ years of diesel or heavy truck maintenance experience

  • Proficiency with diagnostic tools and repair techniques

  • Basic tool set (we help with a monthly allowance)

  • Hydraulic experience is a plus

  • ASE certification is a plus

  • Class A or B CDL is a plus

What You Get

  • $200/month tool allowance

  • Annual boot stipend

  • Medical, dental & vision coverage

  • 401(k) with up to 5% company match

For a glimpse into the day-to-day responsibilities of a Waste Connections Mechanic, check out this video: A Day in the Life of a Waste Connections Mechanic

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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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