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Vehicle Maintenance Technician

Waste Management Minnetonka, MN
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April 19, 2024
Waste Management
Minnetonka, MN

Vehicle Maintenance Technician:

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve and the customers we support.

If you're a Mechanic who wants to work with modern maintenance practices and technologies, we want to hear from you. Our team is made up of skilled professionals who are passionate about their work and driven to continuously improve their skills and abilities.

Job Summary:

Under general supervision, the maintenance services provider executes preventive maintenance services and thoroughly inspects, diagnoses, and repairs vehicles and equipment.

This part outlines the significant responsibilities and roles that an employee needs to fulfill. It underscores the primary purposes of the role in the organization and the expected outcomes:

Meeting each vital duty's requirements satisfactorily is necessary for the individual to thrive in this position. Additional lesser obligations may also be provided.

  • The ability to work independently is necessary as tasks are assigned with written instructions and established procedures.
  • Executes fixes and designated proactive maintenance duties.
  • The individual conducts assessments, analysis, and fixations of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air mechanisms on transportation and machinery.
  • Relies on vehicle computer electronics to decipher failure modes and determine appropriate repair actions.
  • The process of determining the expected costs of vehicle repairs and acquiring new components is an essential duty for anyone who works on cars.
  • Adheres to the Standard Repair Time (SRT) principles while performing any given task.
  • Urgent maintenance requests are attended to ensure minimum downtime.
  • Carrying out safety evaluations on vehicles has become crucial to avoid accidents.
  • Fleet maintenance software is the necessary tool to accurately complete paperwork required to document vehicle repairs, account for repair times, and track parts usage.
  • Aids in completing project work under the direction of senior Mechanics.
  • Keeping vehicles running smoothly and safely is a top priority for all parties involved. Regular monitoring of the Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports ensures that necessary repairs are assigned and completed in a timely manner.
  • Follows established safety protocols to ensure a clean and secure workspace, in compliance with Corporate and OSHA Standards.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

The job does not include any supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications:

The outlined requirements are critical for candidates interested in this position.

While education is important, experience is often considered more important by employers. This is because experience provides hands-on knowledge and skills that may not be obtained through education alone. However, a combination of both is ideal

  • Education: Not required.
  • Two years of appropriate work experience are necessary for this position.

In certain professions, such as medicine or law, individuals must hold a valid license to practice their profession

  • The candidate must possess an up-to-date driver's license as well as a flawless driving history.
  • Those who have not yet turned 18 years of age are ineligible.
  • Legal work authorization is necessary to receive certain benefits and protections in the U.S.
  • Talent to complete the physical demands of the position, even with the possibility of reasonable modifications.
  • Prior to being hired, candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical exam to ensure that they are fit to work for the company.

Expertise in a Particular Field

  • None required.

Individuals with disabilities may require accommodations to perform the essential functions of the job.

  • The workday will consist mostly of tasks that require dextrous use of fingers and hand-eye coordination, such as operating machinery or typing
  • For the greater part of the work shift, there is a requirement to use physical strength when manipulating items weighing less than __ pounds
  • Frequently exposed to physical occupational hazards, such as cuts, burns, and exposure to toxic chemicals, among others
  • Frequently working in an environment with dirt, smells, noise, extreme temperatures and other similar elements is necessary

A repair/maintenance shop is the common area where this occupation is performed.

Waste Management offers an impressive benefits package that consists of Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Short Term Disability for eligible employees, as well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days.

Click on Apply if you judge this as the fitting moment for you.


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