THE JOB

Tidewater Environmental Services, Inc. is hiring a Diesel Mechanic II to diagnose and perform preventative and corrective mechanical maintenance and repair on all equipment, including diesel trucks, Vac-Con trucks, drop boxes and high-pressure/high-volume wash pumps.

• Inspects air brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, etc. to ensure they are in proper operating condition.
• Diagnoses, troubleshoots and repairs electrical, hydraulic and compressed air systems.   
• Performs welding and/or fabrication repairs as needed on equipment.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
• Identifies warrantable repairs and documents on repair orders.
• Utilizes truck diagnostic technology to diagnose equipment failures.
• Performs road testing on vehicles to diagnose malfunctions and/or ensure equipment is working properly.

THE BENEFITS

• Hiring Wage Range: $31.00 – $35.76 / hour (depending on experience and qualifications)
• 5% Bonus Potential
• Healthcare benefits including medical, vision, dental, and prescriptions with low deductibles and copays. Company pays 91% of premiums for the employee and family.
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) with 6% company match
• 3% Profit Sharing Plan
• Sick and vacation accrued per paycheck
• Nine paid holidays and one floating holiday
• Educational Assistance Program
• Company paid Long-Term Disability and Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

THE CATCH

• The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of five years’ experience as a diesel mechanic working with truck fleets, brake systems, electrical systems, hydraulics, and compressed air systems, and a demonstrated proficiency in welding and/or fabrication repairs.

• Ability to obtain a Class B Commercial Driver’s License with Tanker endorsement, Class A CDL preferred.

• Vocational/Technical Certification preferred.

•  Completion of OSHA 24-hour HAZWOPER training.

• Ability to be certified in First Aid/CPR.

• Must be available on an on-call basis on nights, weekends, and holidays.

• Ability to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Card from the Department of Homeland Security.

• Required Skills:

  • Ability to read, write, verbalize and comprehend instructions and correspondence in the English language. 

  • This position is performed mainly in a shop environment. Work may be performed offsite, as job duties require.  May be exposed to loud operating machinery, inclement weather conditions, working around water, slip/fall hazards, electrical and mechanical hazards, foreign body hazards, chemicals, vapors and dust and fumes. 

  • Pulls, pushes and/or lifts a variety of equipment and parts requiring force up to 100 pounds on occasion. Must be able to stoop, kneel and twist frequently while performing job duties. Lifting may occur in awkward positions while working in cramped quarters.  Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces and around obstacles.

• All employment offers are contingent on the successful completion of a drug screen, driving record, and criminal background check.

THE COMPANY 

Headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, Tidewater Environmental Services, Inc. with a second location in Kent, Washington, Tidewater Environmental Services offers a range of services including industrial cleaning, waste disposal and transportation, catch basin and storm drain services, roll-off services and drop box rentals and crew assist ship hold and vessel cleaning services.

JOIN OUR TEAM!

• Submit your application at http://www.tidewaterenv.com/careers.

The characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be required for this position.  Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this or similar positions and additional duties may be assigned.