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GFL Environmental

PM Mechanic

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What they do

A Heavy Equipment Mechanic maintains and repairs heavy equipment like construction vehicles and fire trucks.

$57,075 / year median in North Carolina

+12% projected growth

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Job Description

What You'll Be Doing As a Preventative Maintenance (PM) Mechanic , you won't just be swapping parts—you'll be the frontline defender of our fleet's health and safety.
Hands-On Maintenance:
Perform essential PM services, including tire, oil, filter, and brake inspections and replacements.
Diagnostics & Safety Inspections:
Assist leadership and senior technicians with full-system inspections—from brake and emission systems to steering, engine components, and hydraulics.
Test & Diagnose:
Take trucks on test drives to diagnose potential issues, verify repairs, and ensure everything is 100% "road ready."
DOT & Compliance Checks:
Conduct routine DOT, PM, and safety inspections under guided supervision to meet the highest safety standards.
Tech & Tools:
Use modern diagnostic software and complete digital work orders, keep track of parts, and handle shop administration efficiently.
Continuous Learning:
Participate actively in shop training and development opportunities to expand your technical expertise into complex repair processes.
What We're Looking For Experience:
1+ years of entry-level mechanical experience or heavy equipment/automotive fleet maintenance.
Safety First:
Working knowledge of DOT, OSHA, and state/federal safety regulations.
Tools & Tech:
Computer literate, eager to learn diagnostic software, and comfortable reading service manuals and procedures.
Driver's License:
Valid driver's license required. Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is preferred (or the drive to obtain one within your first 6 months!).
Certifications:
ASE certifications are a major plus!
Mindset:
Strong communication skills, a team-first attitude, and a continuous desire to learn and master advanced diagnostics. Physical Demands & Environment Ability to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and lift up to 50 lbs (push/pull up to 100 lbs). Comfortable operating trucks, ladders, and shop equipment safely. Dynamic shop environment—we keep a clean, safe, and organized work area! Ready to Elevate Your Mechanical Career? If you're ready to sharpen your skills on diesel and CNG technology while keeping Wilmington moving forward, apply today !