Maintenance Technician 1

Sunshine Disposal & Recycling has an opening for a Diesel Technician for our Airway Heights and Spokane Valley, WA locations. This is a full-time job, Tuesday-Saturday. Current shift hours are 10:30 am- 7:00 pm. Shifts may be adjusted due to seasonal workloads. Pay rate is $29.00 per hour.  This job includes COLA wage adjustment beginning in 2027. Also included: $500 bonus upon completion of 6 months of employment and $1,500 bonus upon completion of 12 months of employment.

We are a drug free workplace, and testing is conducted in accordance with local laws and regulations. Sunshine Disposal & Recycling offers competitive wages and a comprehensive compensation package: paid PTO, paid holidays, company paid medical/dental/vision for employee (dependent coverage available, employee pays premiums), company provided Employee Assistance Plan, and 401(k) Plan with match (after meeting eligibility requirements). Optional life, accident and disability insurance available (employee pays premiums). Sunshine Disposal & Recycling is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Sunshine Disposal & Recycling operates a modern and efficient fleet of commercial and non-commercial vehicles. All company vehicles use cameras with forward and inward facing event recording as well as vehicle location technology. 

Conducts preventative maintenance of all SDR trucks and equipment. This includes daily inspecting, greasing and basic maintenance for road worthiness and effective use on routes and at various locations. Works directly under supervision and independently, to complete all assigned vehicle and equipment maintenance tasks as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each of the essential duties/responsibilities listed below.

1. Conducts preventative maintenance of all SDR trucks, off road and industrial heavy equipment. This includes daily inspecting, greasing and  basic maintenance for road worthiness and effective use on routes and at  various locations.
2. Prepares and completes paperwork or computer data entry for all  service and repair work for documentation and record keeping purposes.  This includes maintenance issues documented during pre and post trip truck inspections. Ensures all records are compliant with Dept. of Transportation rules and company policies.
3. Performs repairs and/or maintenance on trucks and equipment in the  following areas: hydraulics, cylinders, brake repair, electrical systems,  engines and body (may include welding).
4. Performs service on vehicles and equipment at predetermined intervals in accordance with company policies, manufacturer specifications  and any/all applicable local, state, and federal guidelines/regulations. 
5. Performs all other duties and special projects for management team members as assigned.
6. Attends all necessary meetings as scheduled, including safety training  and other company scheduled meetings.
    

Completion of Diesel Mechanic education program OR 3 years’ experience in full-service Diesel repair shop

CDL Class B or A is required at time of hire

Valid USDOT medical Certificate (med card) required at time of hire

Driving record must meet insurance company requirements

Subject to drug screening as required by USDOT/FMCSA or company policy

Must complete other safety and skills training when scheduled by the company

Physical Requirements:

· Constantly (6+ hours per day) sit, stand, walk, stoop/crouch, crawl, grasp, fine manipulation, wrist flexion, reach, bend, twist, squat

· Frequently (3-5 hours per day) climb, lift (up to 50 pounds), pull/push (up to 50 pounds), carry and reach above shoulder level, kneel.

· Occasionally (1-3 hours per day) Lift (up to 75 pounds), pull/push (up to 75 pounds)

· Clearly see 20+ feet, with or without corrective lenses and differentiate between colors (no color blindness)

Compensation details: 29-29 Hourly Wage

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