Diesel Mechanic Technician

GFL Environmental Inc.; West Point (VA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$2,500 Sign-On Bonus

Hourly rates starting from $28-38+ (経験

Scheduled 50 hours weekly with year‑ro

15 days PTO

Tool allowance

Boot reimbursement

OT after 40 hours

Health benefits after 60 days

401(k) after 6 months

Continuous training

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. is seeking a Diesel Mechanic Technician at our West Point, VA shop. You will perform daily inspections, maintenance, and repairs on our diesel and CNG refuse truck fleet to keep them running safely and road-ready.

Work hours are stable with paid interviews and a transparent onboarding process. We require 3+ years of diesel/CNG maintenance experience and relevant certifications. A Class A/B CDL is preferred or obtainable within six months.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of diesel and/or CNG maintenance experience.
• Brake Safety Certification and Section 609 A/C System Certification are required.
• CDL Class A or B preferred, or ability to obtain within six months.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections, maintenance, and repairs on diesel and CNG refuse truck fleet to keep vehicles road-ready.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic and electrical systems, brakes, suspension, PTO, emissions and other components.
• Conduct test drives to verify proper operation and safety in compliance with DOT and OSHA rules.
• Complete daily work orders, inspection reports and parts orders accurately.

Skills

Diesel/CNG maintenance

Diagnostic software

Education

Brake Safety Certification

Section 609 A/C System Certification

ASE certifications preferred

Tools

Diagnostic software

Job description

Under the guidance of shop leadership, conduct repairs and preventative maintenance on both Diesel and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) vehicles to maintain GFL’s fleet in safe and continuous “road ready” condition. $2,500 Sign on Bonus! Why Join Our Team? Looking for job stability, consistent hours, and year-round work? Join our essential team in the waste management industry! We offer reliable full-time schedules, strong pay, and complete transparency before you commit. Try Before You Commit — Our Transparency Program: Experience our shop environment firsthand! Work side-by-side with experienced technicians in a live shop environment at our West Point location. We offer paid 4-hour sessions and paid interviews so you can get a true feel for the job with zero risk or commitment required.

Key Benefits & Perks

• $2,500 Sign‑On Bonus
• Hourly Rates Starting from $28‑38+ based on experience and certifications.
• Scheduled 50 hours week with year round OT.
• 15 Days Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Monthly Tool Allowance
• Annual Boot Reimbursement
• Overtime Pay after 40 hours worked per week
• Health Benefits available after 60 days
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company options after 6 months
• Continuous Training & Professional Development

Position Overview & Responsibilities

As a Diesel Mechanic Technician, you will work under shop leadership to perform daily inspections, maintenance, and repairs on our diesel and CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) Refuse Truck fleet to keep them running safely, reliably, and road‑ready.

• Diagnostic & Maintenance: Perform daily DOT inspections, electronic diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting on fleet vehicles.
• System Repairs: Repair and troubleshoot hydraulic systems, electrical systems, brakes, suspension, PTO systems, emission systems, and other truck components.
• Test Driving & Safety: Conduct test drives to identify malfunctions and ensure proper operating condition, maintaining a safe and clean work environment compliant with DOT and OSHA regulations.
• Documentation: Complete daily work orders, inspection reports, and parts orders accurately.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 3+ years of diesel and/or CNG maintenance experience preferred. Experience using diagnostic software is a plus.
• Certifications: Brake Safety Certificate and Section 609 A/C System Certification required. ASE certifications are preferred.
• Driver’s License: Valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred, or the ability to obtain one within six (6) months of employment.
• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in hydraulic and electrical troubleshooting, standard brake systems, and mechanical diagnostics.
• Physical Ability: Able to stand, bend, climb ladders, lift up to 50 lbs., and push/pull up to 100 lbs. as required during normal shop operations.

GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date. This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.

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At the heart of GFL lies our greatest asset—our people. So, we're glad you landed here! We believe in great careers, making a positive impact on the environment and supporting our people with their life ambitions. We aspire to create the right jobs in a way that brings you along with us. We consider our employees’ personal goals, helping them create the career, and life, that they desire—whether it’s advancing in their job, learning new skills, forming lasting relationships, or mentoring others, while having time to pursue other life ambitions. With safety and sustainability at the core of what we do, we all come together to form “Team Green”—united by our shared purpose to provide environmental solutions that enable our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life. We’re proud to say that working for GFL is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to make a difference and grow tremendously along the way. Regardless of the work we’re doing today, we’ve got our sights set on the big picture—not just tomorrow, but for life. GFL empowers those looking for growth in their career and lives, whether that’s on our Field Operations teams or Professional Services teams. Field Operations – Our Field positions offer candidates across North America the potential for limitless growth and skill expansion as the front line of our organization, making them central to our company's vision of creating cleaner and more sustainable communities. Professional Services – Our Corporate positions located in key North American offices grow candidates to form strong client relations, manage key programs and accounts, and ensure our Field teams are operating at maximum efficiency.