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Veteran Hiring SolutionsPosted 5 months ago

2nd Shift Mechanic - $3,000 sign on bonus

$60,320–$72,800 year

On-siteGeneva, New York, United States

Full TimeSmall

Job Summary

Complete onboarding and safety training, shadow lead technicians on preventive maintenance routines for front-loaders and roll-offs, and independently execute scheduled PMs and minor diagnostics on at least two truck types by day 90. Serve as a key responder for mechanical downtime within your yard assignment, maintaining uptime standards with a 90%+ first-time fix rate while mentoring junior techs on shop safety and SOPs. This hands-on role supports critical fleet assets, ensuring trucks remain road-ready and productive for public health and environmental responsibility. You must have served in the U.S. military with 5+ years in operations or logistics leadership, possess mechanical aptitude and diesel system knowledge, and own personal hand tools. Quarterly tool reimbursement and vendor-led training are provided.

Required Qualifications

  • Must have served in the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Space Force, U.S. Reserves, or U.S. National Guard
  • 5+ years of experience in operations, production, or logistics leadership
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Ability to read schematics
  • Understanding of diesel systems
  • Must own or acquire personal hand tools
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs
  • Ability to bend, stoop, kneel
  • Ability to use lifts/jacks safely

Desired Qualifications

  • Military MOS in mechanical, aviation, diesel, or maintenance fields (e.g., 91B, 3521, 2T3X1)
  • Civilian experience in heavy equipment, diesel, or fleet maintenance
  • Strong home/garage mechanical background + verifiable training or references
  • CDL
  • DOT Brake Inspection
  • ASE certifications

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