Diesel Mechanic

JOB TITLE:

Day Diesel Mechanic – Full-Time

LOCATION:

Tampa, FL

HOURS:

1st Shift

COMPENSATION: $24-$30 / Hour

TRAVEL:
Minimal (1-10%)

Sweeping Corporation of America (SCA) is the nation’s leading street sweeping company, operating in over 20 states and supporting more than 600 municipalities, counties, and government agencies. With over six million miles serviced annually, SCA is uniquely focused on the delivery of high-performance street sweeping, jet-vac, and environmental services. SCA has built its entire organization, its people, processes, technology, and investments around providing uninterrupted, accountable, and results-driven services tailored to the needs of our clients.

Our mission is to provide essential sweeping and environmental services that support cleaner, safer, and more sustainable communities.

As our next Diesel Mechanic, you'll be at the heart of our mission—keeping our street sweepers and equipment safe, reliable, and ready to serve the communities that depend on them. In this role, you’ll take ownership of inspections, diagnostics, and repairs, working hands-on with hydraulic, electrical, and air systems to ensure our fleet operates at peak performance.

Minimum job qualifications define the essential skills, experience, and abilities needed to succeed in the role. They set the baseline for hiring but may evolve as the job and business requirements change:

• Education:
  
  High School or GED
• Experience:
  
  2 years of hands-on experience in a shop environment working with hydraulic, electrical, and air pressure systems. – heavy equipment, waste, & recycling services experience preferred
• License:
  Driver’s License
• Tools:
  Must provide and maintain basic hand and diagnostic tools necessary to perform the job
• Age:
  Must be at least 18 years of age
• Compliance:
  Must maintain an acceptable driving record and successfully pass a motor vehicle record (MVR) check, background check, DOT physical, and drug screening in accordance with Company policy and applicable law.

Skills and competencies define the abilities and behaviors essential for success in the role. They guide performance expectations and may evolve as the role, team, or business priorities change:

• Safety & Compliance:
  Consistently follow safety procedures, conduct required inspections, operate equipment responsibly, and comply with all traffic, site, and regulatory requirements.
• Operational Execution & Reliability:
  Plan and execute work efficiently and accurately, adapt to changing conditions, and maintain regular, dependable attendance.
• Communication & Accountability:
  Communicate clearly and professionally with supervisors and team members, represent the Company appropriately, and promptly report equipment issues, incidents, or safety concerns.
• Mechanical & Technical Expertise:
  Strong knowledge of machinery, hydraulic, electrical, and other mechanical systems.
• Tool Proficiency:
  Skilled in using hand tools, shop tools, and precision measurement tools (e.g., calipers) safely and accurately.
• Communication & Accountability:
  Communicate clearly and professionally with supervisors and team members, represent the Company appropriately, and promptly report equipment issues, incidents, or safety concerns.

This posting represents multiple levels within our Mechanic career path. The level and corresponding pay will be determined based on the candidate’s relevant experience, license(s), certifications, and overall qualifications. The anticipated pay range for this posting is $24–$30/hour
. Candidates may be considered for Shop Mechanic, Senior Shop Mechanic, or Shop Mechanic Lead based on their qualifications and the needs of the role.

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