Heavy-Duty Truck Mechanic (Fleet Maintenance

About the Role

We're hiring a Heavy-Duty Truck Mechanic to maintain, diagnose, and repair hydraulic, electrical, and powertrain systems on heavy-duty waste vehicles, ensuring DOT compliance and operational safety. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a dynamic organization where your expertise will play a critical role in keeping operations running smoothly.

Pay: $28.00- $32.00 per hour DOE

• Perform preventative maintenance: oil changes, fluid checks, lubrication, tire rotations, and brake adjustments
• Use diagnostic software and electronic systems to interpret failure codes and troubleshoot diesel engines
• Repair and rebuild hydraulic systems, electrical systems, brakes, transmissions, steering, suspension, and engines
• Maintain and adjust hydraulic and pneumatic components (cylinders, hoses, pumps, motors), particularly on packer bodies
• Respond to roadside emergency calls to diagnose and repair equipment on-site
• Review and complete repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs); conduct safety checks on heavy equipment
• Complete reports, work orders, and parts orders; maintain detailed records of work performed
• Ensure all vehicles meet DOT and OSHA safety standards
• Order and manage parts inventory as needed

• Minimum 3 years of experience in heavy-duty truck maintenance
• CDL Class B required
• Clean driving record; ability to pass background and drug screening
• Extensive knowledge of hydraulic cylinders, pumps, and hoses
• Proficiency with diesel engine diagnostic software and troubleshooting electrical systems
• Knowledge of DOT and OSHA regulations
• Experience performing scheduled services (oil changes, brake inspections, suspension repairs)
• Ability to lift heavy objects (often 50+ lbs), bend, kneel, and stand for extended periods

• ASE Medium/Heavy Truck Certifications (T-Series) preferred