Senior Diesel Mechanic – Heavy-Duty Fleet Tech

Waste-Pro; Florida; On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Waste Pro is seeking an experienced Diesel Mechanic A (Heavy-Duty Fleet Technician) for our Fort Pierce, Florida operation. This is a senior-level technician role with strong Class 8 truck, electrical, hydraulic, emissions, and advanced diagnostic experience.

Join a fast-growing waste & recycling company; you'll perform advanced diagnostics and repairs on a large fleet, with preventive maintenance, training, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands-on heavy-duty diesel experience maintaining and repairing medium- and heavy-duty Class 8 vehicles and equipment (waste and recycling industry preferred).
• Ability to perform drivetrain inspections, diagnostics, and repairs.
• Ability to perform diesel engine inspections, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Ability to perform transmission inspections, diagnostics, and repairs.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair diesel engines, transmissions, drivetrains, brakes, steering, suspension, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, fuel systems, and emissions components.
• Perform preventive maintenance services, DOT inspections, and scheduled fleet maintenance to ensure vehicle safety and reliability.
• Utilize OEM diagnostic software, onboard computer systems, and specialized diagnostic tools to identify and resolve mechanical and electrical issues.
• Complete repairs in accordance with manufacturer specifications, factory service manuals, and company quality standards.
• Perform welding, fabrication, and other metal repairs as needed.
• Mentor and support apprentice and junior technicians by sharing technical knowledge and best practices.
• Accurately complete repair orders, inspections, and maintenance documentation in a timely manner.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while properly caring for company tools and equipment.
• Follow all OSHA regulations, environmental requirements, and Waste Pro safety policies and procedures.
• Work closely with the Maintenance Supervisor and operations team to maximize fleet uptime and minimize equipment downtime.
• Respond to road calls and emergency repairs as needed to keep vehicles operating safely and efficiently.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor to support the needs of the maintenance department and overall operation.

Skills

Diesel experience

Diagnostics

Truck maintenance

Safety compliance

Tools

OEM diagnostics

Job description

Waste Pro is seeking an experienced Diesel Mechanic A (Heavy-Duty Fleet Technician) for our Fort Pierce, Florida operation. This is a senior-level technician role with strong Class 8 truck, electrical, hydraulic, emissions, and advanced diagnostic experience.

Join a fast-growing waste & recycling company; you'll perform advanced diagnostics and repairs on a large fleet, with preventive maintenance, training, and growth opportunities.