Diesel Mechanic

Preventative Maintenance Mechanic

Des Moines, IA
Schedule: Monday - Friday (rotating Saturdays) | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Pay: $28 - $35 per hour
Company: Waste Connections of Iowa (a Waste Connections Company)

Waste Connections is looking for a reliable Preventative Maintenance Mechanic to help keep our fleet safe, road‑ready, and running strong. If you take pride in your work and care about safety, we want to talk to you.

What You’ll Do:

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair diesel trucks and equipment

• Work on electrical, hydraulic, brake, suspension, and air systems

• Use diagnostic software and tools to find and fix issues

• Respond to road calls and make emergency repairs

• Complete repairs from Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs)

• Test drive trucks after repairs

• Help other mechanics as needed

• Keep shop clean and safe (OSHA compliant)

• Communicate professionally with drivers and team members

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working on diesel vehicles

• Comfortable using diagnostic tools and doing preventative maintenance

• Basic personal tool set

• Hydraulic experience is a plus

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay: $28–$35/hour

• Monday–Friday schedule (rotating Saturdays)

• 401(k) with company match

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

• Life and disability insurance

• Employee assistance & mental health programs

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Scholarship opportunities for dependents

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.