Diesel Mechanic A / Master Heavy-Duty Technician – Waste Pro | Fort Pierce, FL

If you’re the technician other mechanics turn to when they can’t figure out the problem, Waste Pro wants to talk to you. Waste Pro is hiring an experienced Diesel Mechanic A / Heavy-Duty Fleet Technician for our Fort Pierce, Florida operation. This is a senior-level technician opportunity for an accomplished diesel mechanic with strong Class 8 truck, electrical, hydraulic, emissions, and advanced diagnostic experience.

About the Company

Join one of the fastest-growing waste and recycling companies in the Southeast. 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.

Pay

• $35.00–$45.00 per hour
• $10,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates
• Relocation assistance available
• Higher pay for ASE-certified technicians
• ASE Certification pay rate reimbursement
• Master Technician Achievement Bonus

Benefits

• Monthly tool allowance
• Boot allowance
• Company-provided uniforms and PPE
• Advanced diagnostic equipment
• 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

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.

Equipment You’ll Work On

• Mack, Peterbilt, Freightliner, and Autocar trucks
• Heil and McNeilus refuse bodies
• Diesel, Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), and hybrid-powered vehicles

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 experience 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.
• Ability to inspect and evaluate outside/vendor repairs for quality and completeness.
• Ability to assess structural damage and determine necessary repairs.
• Ability to provide technical assistance, guidance, and direction to shop technicians.
• Strong understanding of OSHA safety requirements related to vehicle fleet maintenance and repair.
• CDL Class B preferred, or ability to obtain a CDL within company guidelines.
• Ability to obtain 7 ASE certifications or equivalent within 36 months.
• Proficiency using computers for diagnostics, maintenance tracking, documentation, and communication, including fleet management systems and Microsoft Office.

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.
• Ability to walk, jog, twist, crouch, bend, reach, push, pull, and lift throughout the workday.
• Sufficient stamina to maintain a steady work pace throughout the day.
• Ability to properly utilize all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required by the company.
• Ability to get in and out of the cab of a commercial motor vehicle approximately 50–100 times per day.
• Ability to lift 50–75 pounds from floor to waist height unassisted.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds from floor to shoulder height unassisted.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds from floor to overhead unassisted.
• Ability to push and pull 50 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to frequently bend at the knees and waist approximately 100–200 times per day.
• Ability to frequently reach overhead or extend arms to perform work approximately 100–200 times per day.
• Ability to frequently twist at the waist approximately 100–200 times per day.
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions, including during road calls.

Work Environment

• Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments.
• Occasional exposure to extreme weather conditions.