Service Technician

About the role

Wastequip Fleet Services has an immediate opening for a Service Technician in Sacramento, CA. This role is primarily focused on welding, fabrication, hydraulic systems, equipment repair, and general maintenance of refuse and heavy equipment. Most work is performed in our service facility, with occasional travel to customer locations for service and warranty repairs. Candidates advancing in the hiring process should be prepared to complete a hands-on MIG welding and oxy-acetylene torch assessment.

Hourly rate

$28.00 - $40.00 (Based on experience).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lays out, positions, and secures parts and assemblies according to specifications,
• On the road doing jobs at client sites
• Automotive/Class 8 truck chassis hydraulic schematic and pressure evaluation.
• Verifies vehicle service ability by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems.
• Complies with state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.
• Maintains vehicle appearance by cleaning, washing, and painting.
• Maintains vehicle records by recording service and repairs.
• Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.
• Contains costs by using warranty; evaluating service and parts options.
• Increase job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
• Able to weld on different positions.
• Ability to lift 50lbs plus, bend, stoop, kneel and climb ladders.
• Above all, must be able to work closely with co-workers or other team members.
• Looking for the right individuals that show integrity, in self and in their work.

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.

• 3-5 years of experience in welding, fabrication, heavy equipment repair, truck/trailer maintenance, hydraulic systems, or a related mechanical trade.
• Ability to read and comprehend verbal and written instructions
• Able to troubleshoot electrical and hydraulic components
• Demonstrated MIG welding and metal fabrication experience required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hydraulics, fabrication, electrical systems, refuse equipment, trucks, trailers, or heavy equipment.
• Must have good customer service skills.
• Must be team oriented
• Valid driver's license required

Preferred Qualifications

• Refuse (Waste Truck) experience a plus
• CDL is preferred but not required for all candidates.

Company Benefits

• 2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-Up

Medical Plans

• Prescription (Rx) Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 2 Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental Plans
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's)
• Health Care FSA
• Dependent Care FSA
• Company Paid Base Life Insurance
• Company Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Company Paid Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Company Paid Disability Insurance

Short-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD)

Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Hospital, Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Vacation and Personal/Sick Time
• Paid Grandparent Leave
• Paid Bonding Leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)