Hiring: Fleet Mechanic - Swing Shift Company: Recology Location: Santa Rosa, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 23:19:20 About the job Required Skills: •Lead and oversee mechanical maintenance services; maintains, inspects and repairs equipment and vehicles to ensure safety and on-going operation. •Diagnoses, tests and repairs vehicles and/or heavy landfill equipment including, but not limited to, powertrains and drivetrains, as well as electrical, steering, braking, exhaust and suspension systems. •Diagnoses, tests and repairs refuse vehicle and transfer trailer body systems including, but not limited to, hydraulic, body control, electrical and body mechanical systems. •Diagnoses, tests, repairs and maintains processing equipment such as balers, conveyors, hoppers, electric motors and controls, as well as maintenance shop and company facilities. •Performs basic fabrication work using welding equipment, torches, tools and/or machinery. •Orders and maintains shop parts, tools, equipment and supplies. •Accurately and efficiently completes paperwork and/or computer database entries relating to the work performed. •Acts as a lead worker by regularly instructing and directing others by assigning, reviewing and checking work. Qualifications: •Four years of progressively responsible mechanical experience as a journeyman mechanic (or equivalent combination of education and experience). •Waste and recycling industry experience preferred. •Expert knowledge of diesel and/or compressed natural gas engines, heavy equipment mechanical components and parts, as well as fabrication tools and techniques. •Knowledge of alternating and direct current electrical controls and motor systems. •Knowledge of federal, state and local job site health and safety rules, regulations and best practices; understanding of potential job hazards. •High school diploma or GED preferred. •Graduation from a formalized mechanical trade school highly desirable. •Demonstrated capacity to obtain a Class A or B Commercial Driver's License & valid DOT medical certificate within 6 months of hire date. •Demonstrated capacity to work any assigned shift. Compensation: •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) •Paid time off and paid holidays Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!