Diesel Technician: Field Diagnostics & Fleet Reliability

Wind River Environmental; Monroe (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company uniforms

Boot stipend

DOT medical card renewals

Insurance: medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Wind River Environmental is seeking experienced Diesel Technicians to keep our fleet on the road and operating safely. This role handles a demanding mix of vacuum trucks, pump trucks, roll-offs, and specialty equipment across the region, away from a dealership environment.

The equipment works hard — and our mechanics do too. We’re looking for mechanics who can troubleshoot independently, solve problems in the field and shop, and take pride in keeping critical equipment running.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of diesel, fleet, or heavy equipment maintenance.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting ability.
• Experience working on medium/heavy-duty trucks and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Welding and fabrication experience is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license (CDL preferred, but not required).
• Experience with fleet maintenance software preferred.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair diesel engines, air brake systems, hydraulics, electrical systems, and emissions equipment
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections on medium and heavy-duty trucks and specialty equipment
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and prioritize repairs to keep equipment operational
• Respond to road calls and breakdowns when needed
• Coordinate parts ordering and outside vendor repairs
• Document repairs and maintenance using Fleetio fleet management software
• Support fleet reliability and safety initiatives as we continue improving our maintenance operations
• Maintain compliance with DOT, OSHA, EPA, and company safety standards

Skills

Diesel engines

Troubleshooting

Medium/Heavy trucks

Independent worker

Welding

CDL preferred

Fleet software

Attention to detail

Tools

Fleetio

Job description

Wind River Environmental is seeking experienced Diesel Technicians to keep our fleet on the road and operating safely. This role handles a demanding mix of vacuum trucks, pump trucks, roll-offs, and specialty equipment across the region, away from a dealership environment.

The equipment works hard — and our mechanics do too. We’re looking for mechanics who can troubleshoot independently, solve problems in the field and shop, and take pride in keeping critical equipment running.