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Diesel Mechanic (Lake County, FL)

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Waste Connections

Okahumpka, FL (In Person)

$49,920 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 6 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/8/2026

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Job Description

Waste Connections, Inc. has immediate openings for a high energy Diesel Mechanic to join the team at our Okahumpka Hauling location in Lake County, FL . Previous waste experience would be a huge plus ! This will be a Monday - Friday position working 1:00 PM - 11:00 PM and some Saturdays. $22.00 to $26.00 an hour DOE Great pay plus we offer family benefits, 401k, vacation, and year round work.
OT DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform repairs and assigned preventative maintenance services. Performs inspections, diagnosis, and repair of electrical, hydraulics, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles and equipment. Utilize vehicle computer electronic systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs. Complete required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times. Reviews, completes, or assigns repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports. Conducts safety checks on vehicles and equipment. Performs service calls for emergency breakdowns. Maintain a clean, safe work environment in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards. Cummins CNG experience a plus.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT
Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds. Work environment may be indoors in a shop, or outdoors to repair trucks on the road. Usually well-lighted and ventilated. Sometimes necessary to work in awkward or tight positions and to handle greasy or dirty tools. These factors require following basic safety precautions.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
: Valid Class B CDL with air brakes endorsement preferred or the ability to obtain in the future Minimum 3 years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Must provide own personal tools. Welding/fabrication experience a huge plus ! Computer experience a Plus! Cummins CNG experience a plus.
VETERANS
are encouraged to apply! If you have questions or need help with your application feel free to call the Pete Carreon at 832-510-5681. Apply today and Connect with Your Future! Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.