Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic B (Diesel Fleet Technician) - Waste Pro - Fort Pierce, FL
Competitive Hourly Pay Based on Experience Build Your Career with One of the Fastest-Growing Waste & Recycling Companies in the Southeast! Are you a skilled Diesel Mechanic looking for a stable career with outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the chance to work on one of the industry's most modern fleets? Waste Pro is seeking an experienced Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic B (Fleet Technician) to join our Fort Pierce, Florida maintenance team. As a Diesel Mechanic B, you'll diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy-duty refuse trucks and equipment while working in a professional, safety-focused environment that values your skills and supports your career growth. Why Waste Pro?
Waste Pro is one of the nation's fastest-growing privately owned waste and recycling companies. As an essential service provider, we have built our reputation on safety, customer service, innovation, and investing in our employees. When you join Waste Pro, you're joining a company where skilled technicians are respected, supported, and provided with the training, equipment, and opportunities needed for long-term success. Outstanding Benefits
At Waste Pro, we invest in our employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package, including: Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance with a pathway to FREE healthcare
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Supplemental Insurance
Company-paid Group Life Insurance
401(k) with generous company match
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Time
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Career advancement opportunities
Career Growth We believe in developing our technicians and rewarding professional growth. ASE Certification reimbursement
Higher pay for ASE-certified technicians
Master Technician Achievement Bonus
Ongoing OEM and manufacturer training
Advancement opportunities within a growing organization Technician Benefits Monthly tool allowance (over $100 per month)
$200 annual boot allowance
Company-provided uniforms and PPE
Advanced diagnostic equipment Position Summary
Diesel Mechanic B is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining heavy-duty and light-duty fleet vehicles, including diesel, gasoline, and CNG-powered equipment. This position requires knowledge of engines, transmissions, brakes, suspension, hydraulics, electrical systems, body components, and vehicle computer systems. Welding and fabrication experience is beneficial. Essential Job Functions Diagnose mechanical problems and perform repairs to maximize fleet safety and reliability.
Review and complete repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs) and repair orders.
Perform preventive maintenance and routine inspections.
Diagnose and repair engines, transmissions, suspension, steering, brake systems, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and body components.
Utilize OEM diagnostic software and onboard vehicle computer systems to identify failures and complete repairs.
Perform repairs using Factory Service Manuals and manufacturer specifications.
Conduct safety inspections on vehicles and equipment.
Communicate repair needs and preventive maintenance recommendations with drivers and management.
Complete repair documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in compliance with OSHA and company safety standards.
Follow all Waste Pro safety policies and procedures.
Assist and provide guidance to Assistant Technicians and Shop Helpers.
Demonstrate professionalism, dependability, and a strong commitment to quality workmanship.
Qualified candidates should possess:
Experience diagnosing and repairing heavy-duty diesel trucks or heavy equipment
Knowledge of suspension inspection, diagnosis, and repair
Knowledge of brake system inspection, diagnosis, and repair
Knowledge of electrical system troubleshooting and repair
Knowledge of hydraulic system diagnosis and repair
Proficiency using computerized diagnostic equipment and OEM software
Ability to interpret Factory Service Manuals and technical repair information
Ability to complete repairs within Standard Repair Times (SRTs)
Ability to estimate labor and materials required for repairs
Welding and fabrication experience is a plus
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
Commitment to safety, ethics, and dependable attendance License Requirement
CDL Class B preferred, or the ability to obtain one within company guidelines Why Fort Pierce? Enjoy a rewarding career while living on Florida's beautiful Treasure Coast. Fort Pierce offers an exceptional quality of life with a lower cost of living than many South Florida communities, shorter commutes, and year-round outdoor recreation. Beautiful beaches
Boating and world-class fishing
Waterfront dining
Farmers markets
Live music and community festivals
Art galleries and cultural attractions
Outdoor recreation year-round If you're ready to put your diesel repair skills to work with a company that values your experience, invests in your future, and offers outstanding benefits and career advancement, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and start building your future with Waste Pro! Waste Pro is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
OTHER JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Employees in this job classification must attend and participate in corporation sponsored training courses as assigned.
- Employees in this job classification are responsible for keeping up to date on current technology, as job appropriate, being used by Waste Pro.
- Any additional job duties that may be assigned by the Supervisor
Special Considerations/Physical Work Requirements:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Exposure to chemical and residential waste.
- Walking, Jogging, Twisting, Crouching, Lifting
- Sufficient stamina for steady work pace throughout the day
- Able to utilize all Personal Protective Equipment as mandated by company
- Physically able to get up and down from the cab of a commercial motor vehicle between 50 and 100 times a day
- Physically able to lift 50 to 75 pounds from the floor to waist height unassisted
- Physically able to lift 50 pounds from the floor to shoulder height unassisted
- Physically able to lift 50 pounds form the floor to overhead unassisted
- Physically able to push and pull 50 pounds unassisted
- Physically able to frequently (100-200 times) bend at the knees and waist
- Physically able to frequently (100-200 times) reach over your head or reach out with extended arms to perform work
- Physically able to frequently (100-200 times) twist at the waist to perform work
- Physically able to work in extreme temperatures and weather environments (road calls).
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Normal setting for this job is: Inside and Outside with occasional exposure to extreme weather conditions.