Senior Diesel Mechanic - Vacuum Trucks & Hydraulics

Australia-Employment

Sanford (FL)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 94,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical
Dental
Vision
401k
Advancement opportunities
Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a senior Diesel Mechanic in Sanford, FL to perform advanced diagnostics and complex repairs across vacuum trucks and hydro excavation equipment. This role emphasizes fleet reliability and uptime, with leadership responsibilities and compliance duties.

You will troubleshoot hydraulics, PTO-driven systems, and specialized equipment, while guiding shop activities and ensuring DOT compliance and DOT-certified status. Strong diagnostic skills and independence are essential.

Qualifications

  • 5–10+ years of diesel/heavy equipment experience.
  • Strong background in hydraulics, PTO systems, and diagnostics.
  • Experience with vacuum trucks, pumps, or similar equipment preferred.
  • CDL required.
  • Ability to work independently and lead when needed.

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose and repair diesel engines, electrical systems, hydraulics, PTOs, pumps, and vacuum/blower systems.
  • Own PM schedules, inspections, and fleet readiness; manage check-in/check-out inspections.
  • Maintain accurate records in Fleetio or equivalent systems; document damage and timelines.
  • Ensure safety, DOT compliance, and DOT inspections; model safety procedures.

Skills

Diesel engines
Electrical systems
Hydraulics
PTO systems
Vacuum trucks
Leadership
DOT compliance
CDL

Tools

Fleetio

Job description

Jobot is seeking a senior Diesel Mechanic in Sanford, FL to perform advanced diagnostics and complex repairs across vacuum trucks and hydro excavation equipment. This role emphasizes fleet reliability and uptime, with leadership responsibilities and compliance duties.

You will troubleshoot hydraulics, PTO-driven systems, and specialized equipment, while guiding shop activities and ensuring DOT compliance and DOT-certified status. Strong diagnostic skills and independence are essential.

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