Diesel Mechanic A​/Master Heavy-Duty Technician Fort Pierce, FL

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

$35.00–$45.00 per Hour $10,000 Sign-On Bonus for Qualified Candidates Relocation Assistance Available

ASE-Certified and Master Technicians Encouraged to Apply

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.

Join One of the Fastest-Growing Waste & Recycling Companies in the Southeast!

We are seeking an experienced Diesel Mechanic A (Heavy Duty Fleet Technician) to join our maintenance team. 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.

If you're a skilled technician who enjoys diagnosing and repairing heavy-duty trucks and wants to build a long-term career with a stable, growing company, we'd love to hear from you. You'll work on one of the industry's largest fleets while earning competitive pay, excellent benefits, and ongoing opportunities for professional growth.

Higher pay for ASE-certified technicians

ASE Certification pay rate reimbursement

Master Technician Achievement Bonus

Ongoing OEM and manufacturer training

Advancement opportunities within a growing organization

Monthly tool allowance

Boot allowance

Company-provided uniforms and PPE

Advanced diagnostic equipment

At Waste Pro, we invest in our employees, our benefits include:

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

As a Diesel Mechanic A, you'll perform advanced diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance on Waste Pro's fleet of heavy-duty refuse and support vehicles. You'll work on a wide variety of industry-leading equipment, including:

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

This role requires strong troubleshooting skills, a commitment to safety, and the ability to keep our fleet operating at peak performance.

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair diesel engines, transmissions, drive trains, 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.

We're looking for candidates who have:

• 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.
• 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…