Master Diesel Technician — Fleet Reliability Expert

Coastal Waste & Recycling; Florida; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Employee Referral Program

Career Growth & Advancement Opportunit

Modern diagnostic tools and equipment

Job summary

Coastal Waste & Recycling is seeking a Diesel Technician A (Master Technician) to diagnose, repair, inspect, and maintain heavy-duty trucks, refuse vehicles, yellow iron, and other fleet equipment. You will perform advanced diagnostics, mentor junior technicians, and collaborate with Fleet leadership on repairs and maintenance plans.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting complex mechanical and electrical systems, performing preventive maintenance, welding, and ensuring safety standards and

Qualifications

• Five (5) or more years of heavy-duty diesel technician experience.
• Medium/Heavy Truck Master ASE Certification.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, transmissions, suspension, steering, and air brake systems.
• Experience repairing yellow iron and heavy equipment.
• Must provide and maintain a professional set of tools.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, engine, transmission, steering, suspension, and air brake system issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections to maximize fleet reliability and minimize equipment downtime.
• Repair and maintain refuse trucks, vocational vehicles, trailers, yellow iron, and other heavy equipment.
• Utilize OEM diagnostic software and electronic testing equipment to troubleshoot equipment failures.
• Perform welding, fabrication, cutting, and metal repairs using steel and aluminum welding equipment.
• Inspect completed repairs to ensure equipment meets company safety standards, DOT regulations, and manufacturer specifications.
• Mentor Diesel Technician B and Diesel Technician C team members by sharing technical knowledge and best practices.
• Partner with Fleet leadership to identify repair priorities and recommend long-term maintenance solutions.
• Accurately complete repair orders, inspections, maintenance documentation, and parts records.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while following OSHA regulations and company safety standards.
• Respond to emergency breakdowns and field repairs as operational needs require.
• At Coastal, we win as a team. Our Diesel Technician A (Master Technician)s support one another, share knowledge, and do whatever it takes to safely return equipment to service and keep our operations running.

Skills

Diesel engine diagnostics

Electrical systems

Hydraulics

Troubleshooting

Mentoring teammates

Education

Medium/Heavy Truck Master ASE Certification

Tools

OEM diagnostic software

Electronic testing equipment

Welding equipment

Job description

Coastal Waste & Recycling is seeking a Diesel Technician A (Master Technician) to diagnose, repair, inspect, and maintain heavy-duty trucks, refuse vehicles, yellow iron, and other fleet equipment. You will perform advanced diagnostics, mentor junior technicians, and collaborate with Fleet leadership on repairs and maintenance plans.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting complex mechanical and electrical systems, performing preventive maintenance, welding, and ensuring safety standards and