Diesel Mechanic B

Republic Services•Hudson, FL

About The Position

With direct supervision from a Lead Technician, Maintenance Supervisor, or Maintenance Manager, the Diesel Mechanic B performs repair and maintenance work on diesel and non-diesel equipment and trucks. Work includes chassis components, refuse bodies and their control systems, hydraulic and electrical systems, air brakes, general engine work, HVAC components, suspension, drivetrain, and steering systems. The role may also include basic tire work, such as replacement, rotation, and tread-depth checks. The technician maintains and repairs a single fleet of advanced vehicles, supports drivers on their routes, and performs maintenance both on-site and on the road. The position includes identifying malfunctions with electronic tools, completing company training, and providing safe, efficient road service when needed.

Requirements

Ability to diagnose multi-system issues and consistently demonstrate technical expertise.
Basic understanding of work-order labor time standards.
Prior experience with or knowledge of maintenance on Classes 1–5 light/medium-duty and heavy-duty Class 7–8 trucks, aircraft, or ships.
Three to five years of experience in a technician position demonstrating knowledge of diagnosis and repair of gasoline- and diesel-powered equipment, or graduation from an accredited automotive college or technical school within the next three months.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to perform basic inspections with limited supervision in some heavy-truck or automotive systems, including suspensions and steering, general engine, transmissions, brakes, electrical, hydraulics, drivetrain, and diesel emissions.

Nice To Haves

Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications (T1–T8).
Commercial Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

Maintain working knowledge and moderate skill proficiency in assigned vehicle components and systems, and perform preventive and repair maintenance on-site and on the road.
Repair and maintain chassis components.
Repair and maintain refuse bodies, including their control, hydraulic, and electrical systems, as well as air and hydraulic braking systems.
Perform light engine repair and maintenance.
Maintain and repair suspension, drivetrain, and steering systems.
Maintain and repair heating and air-conditioning systems.
Perform line maintenance welding and fabrication.
Provide safe road service when necessary to return company equipment to operation safely and efficiently.
Identify malfunction sources using a variety of electronic tools.
Complete applicable company training programs.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.