Heavy Diesel Technician Recruiter

Are you a recruiter who knows your way around a repair shop? Waste Pro is seeking a dynamic Heavy Diesel Technician Recruiter to join our team and fuel our growth by connecting top-tier maintenance talent with long-term careers.

In this role, you won't just post jobs—you will be the face of Waste Pro in the trucking and technician community. You will build relationships with trade schools, network at industry events, and leverage social media to source the skilled diesel mechanics and fleet support staff that keep our trucks moving and our communities clean. If you are a proactive connector who understands what makes a technician tick, we want you on our team.

The Waste Pro Heavy Diesel Technician Recruiter focuses on sourcing, connecting with, and hiring skilled Technicians/mechanics and maintenance support staff to keep the company's talent pipeline full. This role uses a mix of recruiting methods— such as job boards, social media, tech schools, high schools, trade groups, and networking events to attract top-tier vehicle and equipment maintenance talent to Waste Pro.

• In partnership with Corporate and Regional Teams develops and executes targeted recruiting plans to attract, recruit, and retain top heavy vehicle and equipment technician talent for Waste Pro. Builds a continuous pipeline of technicians/mechanics to fill shortages, turnover, and prepare for future shop needs.
• Partners with Hiring Managers and Regional Human Resources on specific recruiting needs by location.
• Conducts technical interviews to evaluate applicable skills and knowledge in vehicle and equipment diagnostics and repair.
• Cultivates strong partnerships with heavy vehicle and equipment technology schools, trade groups, and technical colleges. Coordinates and attends specialized recruiting events, career fairs, and community outreach efforts representing Waste Pro.
• Works in partnership with the Hiring Manager and Regional Human Resources to track and manage the hiring process. Ensures timely feedback and maintains professional, transparent communication regarding hiring decisions.
• Tracks maintenance recruitment metrics, monitors local market trends, and recommends strategic improvements to maximize the efficiency and competitiveness of our hiring efforts.
• Sources and advertises on vehicle and equipment fleet and maintenance
  -centric networks, trade groups, social media platforms, and traditional job boards.

• Employees in this job classification must attend and participate in corporation sponsored training coursesas assigned.
• Employees in this job classification are responsible for keeping up to date on current technology, as job appropriate, being used by Waste Pro.
• Any additional job duties that may be assigned by the Supervisor.

• Two years of recruiting experience with a strong emphasis on sourcing heavy vehicle (Class 6-8) diesel mechanics, fleet technicians, or industrial maintenance professionals.
• Technical knowledge of commercial vehicles. Must be able to confidently ask, evaluate, and understand candidate responses to specific technical questions regarding:
• Preventive Maintenance (PM) schedules and DOT inspection readiness.
• Diagnostic software tools
• Advanced troubleshooting of electrical multiplexing, hydraulic valves/cylinders, and pneumatic brake systems.
• Heavy diesel engine overhaul, aftertreatment/SCR systems, and transmissions (manual, automatic, and automated manual).
• Skill tier distinctions (Tech A, B, and
  
  C) and ASE Certification pathways (T-1 –
  7) Heavy Duty Truck technician certifications).
• Prior experience recruiting or working within the waste, refuse collection, recycling, or environmental services industries. Familiarity with the unique technical…