Diesel Mechanic

Interstate Waste Services•Ewing Township, NJ

16d

About The Position

The Level B Fleet Mechanic/Technician is a journeyman-level role responsible for independently diagnosing and repairing most mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues on refuse trucks, heavy trucks and tractors, trailers, and heavy equipment. The role also mentors Level C technicians, supports road calls, and helps maintain high fleet uptime and DOT compliance. Interstate Waste Services provides solid waste, recycling, and environmental services in the greater New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut markets, as well as operating a rail-served landfill in Ohio. The company serves industrial, medical, and commercial/residential customers and describes its approach as combining the resources of a large company with the values and care of a family-run business.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
3–5+ years of hands-on experience as a diesel, truck, or heavy equipment mechanic/technician, including diagnostics and major component replacement.
Demonstrated proficiency with hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
Ability to read and interpret OEM service manuals, wiring diagrams, and hydraulic schematics.

Nice To Haves

Valid CDL Class B or higher with air brake endorsement, strongly preferred for road tests and moving equipment on public roads within NY/NJ/CT.
Experience in refuse/solid waste, municipal, or LTL/heavy trucking fleets operating in urban environments.
ASE certifications in Medium/Heavy Truck (T series) or Truck Equipment (E series); working toward Master status is preferred.
Basic welding and cutting skills (MIG, stick, torch) for brackets, hangers, and minor body fabrication.
Familiarity with computerized fleet maintenance and parts inventory systems.

Responsibilities

Independently diagnose and repair diesel and gasoline engines, including intake, fuel, cooling, and aftertreatment/emissions components.
Diagnose and repair drivetrain components, including clutches, transmissions, differentials, PTOs, and drive lines.
Diagnose and repair air and hydraulic brake systems, ABS, and suspension components.
Diagnose and repair hydraulic systems on refuse equipment, including packer bodies, arms, cylinders, pumps, valves, and hose routing.
Diagnose and repair electrical systems, including starting and charging systems, multiplex wiring, sensors, and lighting.
Perform and sign off on DOT-compliant inspections and preventive maintenance, ensuring safety-critical items are addressed and documented.
Interpret and close out DVIR/eDVIR defects accurately and communicate recurring defects to leadership for root-cause analysis.
Use OEM and aftermarket diagnostic software, service bulletins, and wiring schematics to troubleshoot complex issues.
Respond to road calls and breakdowns throughout the NYC tri-state area; perform safe temporary or permanent repairs, or coordinate towing as needed.
Communicate repair status and estimated completion times to dispatch, supervisors, and drivers.
Guide and mentor Level C technicians on safety, troubleshooting, best practices, and proper repair methods.
Complete work orders with the complaint, cause, correction, labor hours, and parts used.
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to preventive maintenance compliance, repeat repair reduction, and parts standardization.