Experienced Diesel Technician - Waste Industry

Waste Pro•JACKSONVILLE, FL

About The Position

The Experienced Diesel Technician diagnoses, repairs, and maintains heavy-duty and light-duty trucks and other equipment to support safe, productive operations. Work may involve gasoline, diesel, and CNG systems, as well as engine, transmission, brake, suspension, electrical, hydraulic, and body components. Welding and fabrication may also be required. The fleet includes trucks from manufacturers such as Mack, Freightliner, Peterbilt, McNeilus, and Heil, and alternative-fuel vehicles including CNG, LPG, and hybrid units. The technician reviews and completes repairs identified in Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports and repair orders, conducts vehicle safety checks, uses vehicle computer electronics and diagnostic tools to interpret failures, and performs repairs using Factory Service Manuals. The role also involves communicating vehicle issues and preventive techniques to managers and drivers, completing paperwork, following safety procedures, and maintaining a clean work area. Technicians may provide guidance to Assistant Technicians and Shop Helpers and attend assigned training. Waste Pro describes a comprehensive pay range based on skills and capability and offers support for ASE certification, including fee reimbursement, compensation increases, and a Master Technician Achievement Bonus. Technicians may also be eligible for a monthly tool allowance of up to $80.

Requirements

Knowledge of suspension system inspection, diagnosis, and repair.
Knowledge of brake system inspection, diagnosis, and repair.
Knowledge of electrical system inspection, diagnosis, and repair.
Knowledge of hydraulic system inspection, diagnosis, and repair.
Proficiency with diagnostic tools and the ability to interpret service manuals and make repairs based on them.
Ability to complete work within Suggested Repair Times (SRTs) and estimate the time and materials required for repairs.
Knowledge to provide assistance and guidance to Assistant Technicians and Shop Helpers.
Ability to use required Personal Protective Equipment.
Ability to perform the listed physical activities and lift, push, and pull the specified weights.
Sufficient stamina to maintain a steady work pace throughout the day.

Nice To Haves

CDL Class B, preferred within 12 months.

Responsibilities

Diagnose mechanical problems and perform repairs and maintenance on equipment to maximize safe and productive operations.
Review and complete repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports and repair orders.
Communicate vehicle issues and preventive techniques to managers and drivers.
Complete required paperwork in a timely and concise manner.
Follow safety policies and procedures.
Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.
Use vehicle computer electronics systems to interpret failure modes and initiate or assign repairs.
Conduct safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
Perform repairs using Factory Service Manuals.
Maintain high standards of ethics and dependability.
Attend and participate in assigned corporation-sponsored training courses.
Keep up to date on job-appropriate current technology used by Waste Pro.
Perform additional duties assigned by the supervisor.