Diesel Truck Mechanic – Fleet Maintenance & Diagnostics

Rumpke Waste & Recycling; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Rumpke Waste & Recycling is seeking a Vehicle Maintenance Repair Technician to inspect, diagnose and repair our fleet of service vehicles in Ohio. You will perform maintenance per schedules, complete DVIRs, and ensure safety systems operate correctly.

Qualified candidates will have strong mechanical aptitude, experience with heavy trucks and diesel engines, and the ability to read manuals and diagrams. The role requires occasional roadside support and overnight flexibility.

Qualifications

• Experience using repair manuals, wiring diagrams, and schematics to troubleshoot vehicle faults.
• In-depth knowledge of truck components and systems is preferred.
• Experience repairing and maintaining heavy trucks and diesel engines is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform repair and maintenance of fleet vehicles per company maintenance schedules and/or from driver vehicle inspection reports (DVIRs) in accordance with all rules, regulations and policies
• Diagnose and troubleshoot issues and make necessary repairs
• Complete adjustments, repairs, and component replacements to vehicles, equipment, and related components
• Check, fill, and/or change appropriate fluids and filters
• Inspect, repair, and/or overhaul vehicle support systems, such as electrical, air, and brake systems
• Perform roadside repairs, when qualified, for the type of vehicle operated
• Ensure all safety devices on vehicles are in good working order
• Perform routine housekeeping duties related to tools, materials, shop, and work areas
• Professionally interact with internal and external customers with good written and verbal communication skills
• Maintain accurate records (time, maintenance orders, and parts usage) on the computer/tablet
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety compliance

Documentation

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Repair manuals

Wiring diagrams

Schematics

Job description

Rumpke Waste & Recycling is seeking a Vehicle Maintenance Repair Technician to inspect, diagnose and repair our fleet of service vehicles in Ohio. You will perform maintenance per schedules, complete DVIRs, and ensure safety systems operate correctly.

Qualified candidates will have strong mechanical aptitude, experience with heavy trucks and diesel engines, and the ability to read manuals and diagrams. The role requires occasional roadside support and overnight flexibility.