Class 8 Mechanic/ Heavy-Duty Diesel Technician

Panzarella Waste

Fort Lauderdale (FL)

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USD 60 000 - 90 000

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Il y a 21 heures

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Résumé du poste

Panzarella Waste in South Florida is seeking a Class 8 Mechanic/Heavy-Duty Diesel Technician to maintain our fleet of CDL-class vehicles, heavy equipment, and light-duty vehicles on-site. You will perform diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and repairs, with emphasis on safety and uptime, reading manuals and schematics, and working within OSHA/DOT standards.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of diesel/heavy equipment experience and a valid driver's license; forklift or CDL A/B is a plus.

Qualifications

3+ years of experience as a diesel or heavy equipment mechanic.
Experience with Class 6–8 trucks or refuse collection vehicles.
Proficiency in hydraulic systems, diesel engines, electrical diagnostics, and brake systems.
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and work orders.
Valid driver’s license; ability to drive and move fleet vehicles on-site.
Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs., work in confined spaces, and perform manual labor in varying outdoor conditions.

Responsabilités

Perform maintenance, repair, and diagnostics on CDL Class vehicles including front-load and rear-load trucks.
Inspect, service, and repair heavy equipment including loaders, balers, compactors, and forklifts.
Maintain and repair light-duty vehicles including pickup trucks and support vehicles.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections; document findings and corrective actions.
Perform engine, transmission, brake, hydraulic, electrical, emissions, and cooling system repairs.
Diagnose and repair hydraulic systems specific to refuse collection bodies.
Replace and service tires, including mounting, balancing, and inflation checks.

Connaissances

Diesel mechanics

Heavy equipment operation

Hydraulic systems

Electrical diagnostics

Reading schematics

Valid driver's license

Outils

CMMS software

Fleet maintenance software

Description du poste

Over 40 years servicing South Florida CALL 877-720-9594 FOR MORE INFO Fully Licensed & Insured

Class 8 Mechanic/ Heavy-Duty Diesel Technician

Department: Mechanics

Posted: 04/21/2026

Job Type: Full-time

Fleet Maintenance | On-Site | Full-Time

Position Summary

The Fleet Technician (Heavy Equipment) is responsible for the inspection, preventive maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of the company’s full fleet of CDL-class vehicles, heavy equipment, and light-duty vehicles. This is a hands‑on, on‑site role that is critical to maintaining safe and uninterrupted operations across all collection and processing activities. The ideal candidate brings strong diesel mechanical expertise, familiarity with refuse collection equipment, and a commitment to safety and uptime.

Fleet Maintenance & Repair

Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, repair, and diagnostics on CDL Class vehicles including front-load garbage trucks and rear-load/roll-off garbage trucks
Inspect, service, and repair heavy equipment including loaders, balers, compactors, and forklifts
Maintain and repair light-duty vehicles including pickup trucks and support vehicles
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections; document findings and corrective actions
Perform engine, transmission, brake, hydraulic, electrical, emissions, and cooling system repairs
Diagnose and repair hydraulic systems specific to refuse collection bodies (packing blades, arms, roll-off hoists)
Replace and service tires, including mounting, balancing, and inflation checks

Preventive Maintenance

Execute and document all scheduled PM services per manufacturer and company standards
Maintain accurate maintenance logs, work orders, and parts usage records
Monitor fleet condition proactively and flag emerging issues before they cause downtime
Track and manage parts inventory; coordinate with procurement for replenishment

Safety & Compliance

Ensure all vehicles and equipment meet OSHA, DOT, and company safety standards
Maintain compliance with applicable regulatory requirements for CDL-class vehicles
Adhere to all shop safety protocols, PPE requirements, and hazardous materials handling procedures
Report unsafe conditions, accidents, or near-misses promptly to supervision

Qualifications

Required

3+ years of experience as a diesel or heavy equipment mechanic
Demonstrated hands‑on experience with Class 6–8 trucks or refuse collection vehicles
Proficiency in hydraulic systems, diesel engines, electrical diagnostics, and brake systems
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and work orders
Valid driver’s license; ability to drive and move fleet vehicles on‑site
Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs., work in confined spaces, and perform manual labor in varying outdoor conditions

Preferred

Experience with refuse/solid waste collection vehicles (front-load, rear-load, roll-off)
Forklift technician certification or equivalent experience
CDL Class A or B license
Experience with fleet maintenance software or CMMS platforms
Dynamic, often hazardous environments like busy highways, city streets, and construction zones (occasionally)
401(k)
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Holidays