Diesel Mechanic A - Waste Pro - Fort Pierce, FL - Heavy Duty Fleet Mechanic

Diesel Mechanic A (Heavy Duty Fleet Technician) - Waste Pro - Fort Pierce, FL

$35.00-$43.00 per Hour + $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Assistance Available

Join One of the Fastest-Growing Waste & Recycling Companies in the Southeast! Waste Pro is seeking an experienced Diesel Mechanic A (Heavy Duty Fleet Technician) to join our Fort Pierce, Florida maintenance team. If you're a skilled technician who enjoys diagnosing and repairing heavy-duty trucks and wants to build a long-term career with a stable, growing company, we'd love to hear from you. You'll work on one of the industry's largest fleets while earning competitive pay, excellent benefits, and ongoing opportunities for professional growth.

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay
• $35.00-$43.00 per hour, based on experience, certifications, and qualifications
• $10,000 Sign-On Bonus paid in quarterly installments (subject to program eligibility requirements)
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates

Career 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 (+$100 per month)
• $200 annual boot allowance
• Company-provided uniforms and PPE
• Advanced diagnostic equipment

What You'll Do

As a Diesel Mechanic A, you'll perform advanced diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance on Waste Pro's fleet of heavy-duty refuse vehicles, including: Mack; Peterbilt; Freightliner; Autocar; Heil; McNeilus; Diesel, CNG, LPG, and Hybrid-powered vehicles

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair diesel engines, transmissions, drivetrains, brakes, steering, suspension, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, fuel systems, and emissions components
• Perform preventive maintenance and DOT inspections
• Utilize OEM diagnostic software and onboard computer systems
• Complete repairs using factory service manuals and manufacturer specifications
• Perform welding and fabrication as needed
• Mentor and assist other technicians
• Complete repair orders and documentation accurately and on time
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Follow OSHA regulations and Waste Pro safety standards
• Work closely with the Maintenance Supervisor to maximize fleet uptime

Qualifications

We're looking for candidates who have:

• 3-5+ years of heavy-duty diesel repair experience
• Advanced diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
• Experience repairing Class 8 trucks and heavy equipment
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines, electrical systems, hydraulics, brakes, suspension, steering, drivetrains, and emissions systems
• Welding and fabrication experience (preferred)
• Basic computer skills for diagnostics and repair documentation
• A strong commitment to safety and OSHA compliance
• The ability to obtain seven ASE Certifications (or equivalent) within 36 months

CDL Requirement

CDL Class B preferred

Candidates without CDL must be able to obtain one within company guidelines

Outstanding Benefits

At Waste Pro, we invest in our employees, our benefits include:

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance with a pathway to FREE healthcare
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• FREE, company-paid Group Life Insurance
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career advancement opportunities

Why Waste Pro?

Waste Pro is one of the nation's fastest-growing privately owned waste and recycling companies. We provide an essential service and 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 valued, respected, and provided with the tools and training they need to succeed.

Why Fort Pierce?

Enjoy a rewarding career while living on Florida's beautiful Treasure Coast. Fort Pierce offers:

• Beautiful beaches
• Boating and world-class fishing
• Waterfront restaurants
• Farmers markets
• Live music and local festivals
• Art galleries and cultural events
• Short commutes
• Lower cost of living than many South Florida communities
• Year-round outdoor recreation

Whether you're relocating or already live nearby, Fort Pierce offers the perfect balance of career opportunity and coastal lifestyle.

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)
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WORK ENVIRONMENT:

* Normal setting for this job is: Inside and Outside with occasional exposure to extreme weather conditions.