• Lead Swing Shift Diesel Mechanic |

    Waste Connections (Fife, WA)


    **Job Title:** Lead Swing Shift Diesel Mechanic

    **Location:** Fife, WA

    **Company:** Murrey’s Disposal – A Waste Connections Company

    **Schedule:** Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM

    **Overtime:** 10–15 hours/week typical

    **Job Type:** Full-Time

     

    Advance Your Career as a Lead Diesel Mechanic in Fife, WA

     

    Are you an experienced diesel mechanic or heavy truck technician looking to step into a leadership role? Murrey’s Disposal, a Waste Connections company, is hiring a **Lead Swing Shift Diesel Mechanic** in **Fife, Washington** . This full-time position offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to lead a skilled team in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.

     

    As a Lead Mechanic, you’ll oversee swing shift operations, manage workflow, and ensure our fleet of commercial vehicles is maintained to the highest standards. If you’re ready to grow your career with a stable company that promotes from within, we want to hear from you.

     

    Compensation & Benefits

    Hourly Pay

    + $37.00 – $43.00+ per hour (based on experience)

    Premiums

    + $1.00/hour Lead Premium

    + $1.00/hour CDL Premium (for valid CDL-A or CDL-B holders)

    Tool Allowance

    + $125/month

    Perks

    + Annual boot voucher

    + Company-provided uniforms

    + Stay-on bonuses

    + Regular wage increases

    Benefits

    + Medical, dental, and vision insurance

    + Life insurance

    + 401(k) with company match

    + Paid time off

    Key Responsibilities

    Team Leadership

    + Supervise and support swing shift mechanics

    + Assign tasks and monitor progress

    + Lead daily safety talks and enforce safety policies

    Shop Operations

    + Prioritize and assign repairs

    + Manage shift coverage and break schedules

    + Oversee work orders and vehicle condition reports

    Fleet Maintenance

    + Diagnose and repair diesel, electrical, hydraulic, and brake systems

    + Use diagnostic tools (e.g., Cummins INSITE, Davie-4, Allison DOC)

    + Perform preventative maintenance and MIG welding

    + Maintain a clean, safe, and OSHA-compliant work environment

    Qualifications

    + 3+ years of diesel or heavy truck repair experience

    + Proficient with diagnostic software and basic computer skills

    + Must have personal tools and toolbox

    + Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in physically demanding environments

    + CDL A or B preferred (not required)

    + Welding experience is a plus

    + Strong communication and leadership skills

     

    Safety-Sensitive Role

     

    This is a safety-sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon passing a drug screen, background check, and motor vehicle record (MVR) review.

     

    Take the next step in your diesel mechanic career. Join a company that values safety, promotes from within, and invests in your future.

     

    To be considered for any of our current openings, you must complete an application at www.careers.wasteconnections.com. Once you select your position of interest, you will find application information and additional instructions.

     

    We offer excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, long-term and short-term disability insurance, life insurance, a 401 (k) retirement plan, and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future."

     

    A link to our benefits overview can be found here: https://careers.wasteconnections.com/us/en/benefits

     

    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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