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The Apprentice provides maintenance, repairs vehicles and equipment, and mainly focuses on preventative maintenance and maintaining the safety of all vehicles and equipment. The Diesel Technician Apprentice will continue in this role until they compete all training requirements.\nThe starting hourly rate for this position is $24 per hour.\nKey Responsibilities\nGains an understanding of basic parts, processes, and maintenance techniques as instructed by knowledgeable technicians.\nLearns how to complete all work orders, perform maintenance tasks based on driver pre and post trip inspections in a timely manner.\nPerforms all job duties in accordance with company safety policies and regulations to ensure safe operations.\nAssists senior level technicians in performing preventative Maintenance Inspections.\nAids senior level technicians on larger projects.\nLearns how to thoroughly identify defects requiring correction, which would affect the availability of the equipment and the safety of the equipment operator.\nAdjusts brakes, clutches, and other utilities that are part of the vehicle or other equipment.\nAdjusts hydraulic pressures and other hydraulic components of any equipment.\nPerforms tire changes and repairs on vehicles and equipment.\nBuilds, rebuilds or replaces hydraulic components and hoses of any vehicle or stationary equipment.\nLearns how to perform accurate lockout/tagout procedures.\nParticipates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.\nCareer Path Definitions & Distinctions\nTechnician Apprentice: Demonstrates the ability to work alongside a knowledgeable Casella Waste Diesel Technician to learn and further develop skills. The Apprentice provides maintenance, repairs vehicles and equipment, and mainly focuses on preventative maintenance and maintaining the safety of all vehicles and equipment.\nTechnician B: Demonstrates the ability to identify operating issues including examining, test driving and troubleshooting electrical and mechanical problems using standard testing procedures and computer diagnostic equipment. Technician also demonstrates the ability to correct any operating issues that are found.\nTechnician A: Demonstrates the ability to inspect, troubleshoot, and repair vehicle brakes, suspension, steering, tires, rims, hubs, PTO, hydraulics, engine, cooling, starting, ignition, charging, lighting systems, fuel and air intake systems, heating, ventilation, and cooling systems to ensure vehicles are in safe and dependable operating condition.\nMaster Technician: Demonstrates the ability to inspect, troubleshoot, and repair all vehicle and equipment systems. Can rebuild and replace engines, engine components, transmissions, drive line and rear-ends, mechanical systems, electrical systems, and hydraulic components.\nEducation, Experience & Qualifications\nThe successful candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, must be at least 18 years of age, hold a valid Class A, B, or C Driver’s license, have a basic knowledge or experience in automotive, diesel or heavy equipment diagnostics and repair and must be legally eligible to work in the United States. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, effective listening and problem-solving skills, and dedication to providing excellent customer service is desired. It is also important that the candidate has demonstrated the ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment. Ability to perform physically demanding tasks including frequent lifting of heavy components, pushing, pulling, crouching, climbing and consistent standing, walking and grasping. 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