• Preventative Maintenance Technician

    Waste Connections (Fife, WA)


    Launch your diesel career with a company that promotes from within!

     

    Murrey’s, a division of **Waste Connections** , is hiring a **Preventative Maintenance** **Technician** to support our fleet operations in **Fife, Washington** .

     

    This is an **intermediate-level opportunity** designed to grow into a **Diesel Mechanic** role. If you're mechanically inclined, eager to learn, and looking for a long-term career path, we want to hear from you!

     

    • **Schedule:**

    + Monday to Friday | 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM

    + Overtime: 3–10 hours/week on average

    • **Compensation & Perks:**

    + **Base Pay:** $29.00 – $30.25/hour

    + **Shift Differential:** +$1.50/hour

    + **CDL Premium:** +$1.00/hour for CDL holders

    + **Total Starting Pay:** $30.50 – $31.75/hour (or more with CDL)

    + **Tool Allowance:** $125/month

    + **Annual Boot Voucher**

    + **Uniforms Provided**

    + **Full Benefits Package** (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), etc.)

    • **Career Growth:**

     

    This is a **starting position** with a clear path to becoming a **Diesel Mechanic** . We invest in our people through hands-on training, mentorship, and internal promotions. Many of our top mechanics started in this very role!

     

    • **Key Responsibilities:**

    + Performpreventative maintenanceon garbage trucks, trailers, and heavy equipment

    + Usefleet maintenance softwareto manage service records

    + Conduct safety inspections and maintain a clean, OSHA-compliant shop

    + Collaborate with drivers to identify and resolve vehicle issues

    + Complete repairs based on DriverVehicle InspectionReports (DVIRs)

    • **Qualifications:**

    + At least two years of hands-on experience performing preventative maintenance in a professional environment

    + Background in commercial vehicle or diesel engine maintenance is highly desirable

    + Must hold a valid driver’s license

    + Required to have a personal set of basic tools and a toolbox

    + Comfortable using computers and diagnostic software for troubleshooting and maintenance

    + Brings a strong work ethic, a positive mindset, and a willingness to learn and grow in the role

    + SAFETY SENSITIVE: YES

    • **About Waste Connections:**

     

    Waste Connections is a leading provider of solid waste and recycling services in North America, with a footprint across **44 states and 6 Canadian provinces** . We employ nearly **25,000 team members** and are committed to safety, sustainability, and career development.

     

    • **Location:**

     

    Murrey’s – Fife, WA

     

    Conveniently located near Tacoma and Puyallup

     

    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.