Diesel Mechanic C - Entry - Level Fleet Technician – Waste Pro – Pompano Beach, FL

Waste Pro USA•Pompano Beach, FL

16d•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Waste Pro is seeking an entry-level Diesel Mechanic C (Fleet Technician) to join their team in Pompano Beach, FL. This role is ideal for individuals who are mechanically inclined and looking to build a career in heavy-duty truck maintenance. The technician will work alongside experienced A and B Technicians, performing preventive maintenance, inspections, and basic repairs on a large fleet of diesel and CNG refuse trucks. Waste Pro emphasizes internal promotion and provides training, tools, and support for career advancement. The company offers stable, year-round employment due to the essential service it provides.

Requirements

Ability to assist drivers with the pre-trip and post-trip inspection process.
Ability to identify visible vehicle defects, including lights, mirrors, fluid leaks, body damage, and other safety concerns.
Ability to inspect and top off fluids, including engine oil, hydraulic fluid, transmission fluid, coolant, and DEF.
Knowledge of tire inspections and proper air pressure adjustments.
Ability to assist with repairs involving lights, wipers, mirrors, and other basic vehicle components.
Ability to understand and follow lubrication charts for heavy-duty refuse trucks.
Ability to lubricate vehicle components according to scheduled maintenance requirements (training provided).
Ability to assist technicians with basic engine, transmission, brake, suspension, electrical, hydraulic, and body repairs on heavy-duty and light-duty vehicles.
Knowledge of the basic tools used in vehicle maintenance and repair.
Basic computer skills for documentation and repair order entry.
Mechanical aptitude, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn.

Nice To Haves

Experience in automotive repair
Experience in preventive maintenance
Experience in fleet service
Recently completed a technical program
ASE Certification

Responsibilities

Assist drivers with daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
Perform safety inspections on vehicles and equipment during Safety Lane inspections and Preventive maintenance services.
Lubricate vehicle components and complete scheduled preventive maintenance services.
Learn and perform brake inspections while accurately completing required documentation.
Perform basic maintenance and repairs on heavy-duty refuse trucks, including Rear Load, Front Load, Roll-Off, Grapple, Portable Restroom, and other service vehicles.
Assist A and B Technicians with repairs involving engines, transmissions, brakes, suspension, hydraulics, electrical systems, and body components.
Communicate with technicians and drivers regarding vehicle concerns and preventive maintenance recommendations.
Complete repair orders, parts documentation, and computer data entry accurately and on time.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in compliance with OSHA and Waste Pro standards.
Perform repairs using Factory Service Manuals.
Demonstrate a high standard of ethics, professionalism, dependability, and accountability.
Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
Attend and participate in corporation sponsored training courses as assigned.
Keep up to date on current technology, as job appropriate, being used by Waste Pro.
Perform any additional job duties that may be assigned by the Supervisor.