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About this Preventative Maintenance Mechanic role at Waste Connections

Waste Connections · Onsite · 3050-Papillion Sanitation

Papillion Sanitation, a Waste Connections Company, is seeking a Preventative Maintenance Mechanic to join our evening shift maintenance team. This role is responsible for performing routine preventative maintenance and minor repairs on fleet equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-focused, and takes pride in keeping equipment in top working condition.

Schedule & Compensation

  • Shift: Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM – 12:30 AM
  • Pay Rate: $23–$26 per hour (based on experience)
  • Shift Differential: Additional $3.00 per hour

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform preventative maintenance inspections and services on refuse trucks, trailers, and related equipment
  • Conduct oil changes, lubrication, filter replacements, and basic mechanical adjustments
  • Identify potential mechanical issues and communicate findings to lead mechanics or supervisors
  • Maintain accurate maintenance and inspection records
  • Follow all safety procedures, company policies, and DOT regulations
  • Keep the shop and work areas clean, organized, and safe
  • Support mechanics with additional duties as needed to minimize equipment downtime
     

Qualifications

  • Previous experience with preventative maintenance on diesel or heavy equipment preferred
  • Basic mechanical knowledge and troubleshooting skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
  • Valid driver’s license required (CDL preferred but not required)
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a shop environment

Why Join Papillion Sanitation / Waste Connections

  • Stable, year-round employment with a growing company
  • Competitive pay with shift differential
  • Opportunity for advancement and skill development
  • Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and more
  • Strong focus on safety and employee well-being
     

Papillion Sanitation, a Waste Connections Company, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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How this Maintenance Technician salary compares

This role pays $50,960/yrin line with the typical range for Maintenance Technician roles.

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Typical range $49,920–$69,503/yr, from 3,135 comparable Maintenance Technician listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Maintenance Technician salary insights →

About Waste Connections

Waste Connections is an integrated solid waste services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services in mostly exclusive and secondary markets. Our goal is to create an environment where self-directed, empowered employees strive to consistently fulfill our constituent commitments and seek to create positive impacts through interactions with customers, communities, and fellow employees. OUR PEOPLE MEAN EVERYTHING TO US Waste Connections is always working to protect the health of the communities we serve, and we are grateful for the hard work and dedication that you bring to your job every day. Working here means you are a safety-minded individual who

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