**Groot, Inc., a Waste Connections company, has an immediate opening for a 2nd Shift - Diesel Mechanic to join our team in Elgin, IL.** Our Diesel Mechanic will work directly with the Maintenance Manager to ensure safe diagnostics and repair of our truck fleet and equipment. We seek individuals with a leadership mentality and desire to grow with promotional opportunities in this role. **Waste Connections offers:** + Competitive Compensation. + Safety Bonuses – Get rewarded for your safe habits. + Yearly Boot Stipend and Company Uniforms provided. + Benefits Plans – Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account options. + Generous matching 401(K). **Pay rate:** Competitive pay, depending on experience. **Duties and Responsibilities:** + Performs repairs (including electrical and hydraulic systems) and assigned preventive maintenance services. + Utilizes vehicle computer electronics systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs. + Conducts safety checks on vehicles and equipment. + Completes required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times. + Reviews and completes repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports. + Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards. + Other job related duties as assigned. **Requirements:** + Ability to work in all weather conditions. + Ability to lift at least 50lbs repeatedly. To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at www.careers.wasteconnections.com . Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest. **_Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status._**