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Diesel Technician (Tech B) – West Palm Beach, FL
$3,000 Sign-On / Retention Bonus (paid quarterly)
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Waste Pro is hiring a skilled Diesel Technician (Tech B) to join our maintenance team in West Palm Beach. If you’re an experienced mechanic ready for steady work, strong benefits, and real career growth, this is your opportunity to advance in the waste management industry.
You’ll work on a wide variety of heavy-duty vocational trucks and equipment, including industry-leading brands and alternative fuel systems.
Why Waste Pro?
We invest in your skills and reward your hard work:
- $3,000 Sign-On / Retention Bonus (paid quarterly)
- Career Growth Opportunities with ASE certification support, reimbursement, and pay increases
- Monthly Tool Allowance (up to $100)
- Annual Boot Allowance ($200)
- Comprehensive Benefits Package:
- BCBS Medical Insurance
- Dental & Vision Coverage
- Supplemental Insurance Options
- Free Group Term Life Insurance
- 401(k) with Strong Company Match
- Paid Vacation, Holidays & Sick Time
- Uniforms, PPE, and Ice Provided
What You’ll Do
As a Tech B, you’ll perform mid-level diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance to keep our fleet operating safely and efficiently:
- Diagnose and repair mechanical issues across fleet vehicles and equipment
- Perform maintenance on engines, brakes, suspension, electrical, and hydraulic systems
- Complete repairs identified through DVIRs and work orders
- Use diagnostic tools and onboard computer systems to troubleshoot failures
- Follow factory service manuals to ensure accurate and efficient repairs
- Perform safety inspections on vehicles and equipment
- Communicate with drivers and supervisors regarding vehicle issues and preventive maintenance
- Complete accurate and timely documentation for all work performed
- Maintain a clean, safe, and OSHA-compliant work environment
- Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and strong work ethics
- Support and assist lower-level technicians as needed
What We’re Looking For
- Strong working knowledge of:
- Suspension systems
- Brake systems
- Electrical systems
- Hydraulic systems
- Ability to diagnose and repair medium- and heavy-duty vehicles
- Experience using diagnostic tools and interpreting service manuals
- Ability to complete work within Standard Repair Times (SRTs) and estimate labor/material needs
- Strong attention to safety, quality, and detail
- Team-oriented mindset with willingness to support others in the shop
- CDL Class B preferred (or ability to obtain within 12 months)
What Makes This Role Stand Out
This role offers hands-on experience with a diverse fleet including Mack, Freightliner, Peterbilt, Heil, and McNeilus, as well as exposure to CNG, LPG, and hybrid systems—making every day different and helping you continue building your technical skill set.
Apply today and grow your diesel career with Waste Pro in West Palm Beach.
Qualifications:
Additional Job Responsibilities
- Participate in company-sponsored training programs as assigned
- Stay current on tools, equipment, and technology relevant to the role
- Perform any additional duties assigned by the supervisor
Physical Requirements & Special Considerations
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
This position requires regular physical activity and the ability to work in demanding environments, including exposure to residential and commercial waste.
The employee must be able to:
- Wear and properly use all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Maintain stamina to perform consistent physical work throughout the shift
- Perform frequent physical movements, including walking, bending, twisting, crouching, and lifting
- Work safely in environments with exposure to waste materials
Physical demands include:
- Entering and exiting a commercial vehicle cab 50–100 times per day
- Lifting:
- Up to 75 lbs from floor to waist height unassisted
- Up to 50 lbs from floor to shoulder height unassisted
- Up to 50 lbs overhead unassisted
- Pushing and pulling up to 50 lbs unassisted
- Performing repetitive movements 100–200 times per day, including:
- Bending at the knees and waist
- Reaching overhead or outward with extended arms
- Twisting at the waist
- Working in outdoor environments and varying weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, and road call situations
Work Environment
- Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor settings
- Regular exposure to environmental conditions and waste collection operations
- Occasional exposure to extreme weather during field assignments and roadside service