Diesel Mechanic Tech C - Pembroke Pines, FL

Diesel Technician C – Pembroke Pines, FL

Start Your Diesel Career with Waste Pro

Are you looking to build a career in diesel maintenance and grow your technical skills in a fast-paced, hands-on environment? Waste Pro, a leader in the waste management industry, is hiring a Diesel Technician C to support our maintenance team in Pembroke Pines.

This is an excellent entry-level technician role for individuals who are motivated, mechanically inclined, and ready to grow into higher-level diesel technician positions.

Every day, Waste Pro vehicles serve millions of customers—and it takes dedicated professionals to keep our fleet running safely and efficiently.

Why Waste Pro?

We invest in our technicians and provide the tools to build a long-term career:

• Career Growth Opportunities with ASE certification support, reimbursement, and pay increases
• Monthly Tool Allowance (up to $50/month)
• Annual Boot Allowance ($200)
• Full Benefits Package:
  • Medical Insurance (BCBS)
  • Dental & Vision Coverage
  • Supplemental Insurance Options
  • Free Group Term Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Vacation, Holidays & Sick Time
• Uniforms, PPE, and Ice Provided

What You’ll Do

As a Diesel Technician C, you’ll support preventive maintenance and assist with basic repairs to keep our fleet operating safely and reliably:

• Assist drivers with daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections
• Perform safety lane checks and preventive maintenance services
• Complete lubrication tasks and service scheduled grease points on vehicles
• Learn and perform brake inspections and basic documentation
• Assist with basic repairs on heavy-duty and light-duty vehicles, including:
  • Rear Loaders
  • Front Loaders
  • Roll-Off Trucks
  • Grapple Trucks
  • Other service equipment
• Inspect and identify basic vehicle issues (lights, mirrors, leaks, body damage, etc.)
• Assist with fluid top-offs (oil, hydraulic fluid, transmission fluid, DEF, etc.)
• Support tire inspections and air pressure adjustments
• Help maintain shop cleanliness and organization in compliance with OSHA standards
• Document work performed, including parts usage and time tracking
• Use factory service manuals and follow established procedures for repairs
• Communicate with drivers and senior technicians regarding vehicle condition and maintenance needs
• Follow all safety policies and procedures

What We’re Looking For

• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn diesel systems
• Familiarity with tools and basic vehicle maintenance practices
• Ability to assist with inspections, lubrication, and preventive maintenance tasks
• Basic understanding of vehicle components (lights, brakes, fluids, tires, etc.)
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
• Basic computer skills for work orders and documentation
• Strong attention to safety, reliability, and work quality

What Sets This Role Apart

This is a true entry point into a diesel technician career path. You’ll gain hands-on experience with a wide variety of heavy-duty vehicles and equipment while building the skills needed to advance to Tech B and Tech A roles.

Apply today and start building your future with Waste Pro in Pembroke Pines.

Qualifications:

Additional 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 the essential functions of this job.

This position requires regular physical activity and the ability to work in demanding environments, including exposure to residential and industrial waste.

The employee must be able to:

• Wear and properly use all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Work in environments with exposure to waste materials and related conditions
• Maintain a steady work pace with sufficient stamina throughout the shift
• Move frequently, including walking, bending, twisting, crouching, and lifting

Physical demands include:

• Entering and exiting a commercial vehicle cab 50–100 times per day
• Lifting requirements:
  • Up to 75 lbs from floor to waist 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 knees and waist
  • Reaching overhead and outward with extended arms
  • Twisting at the waist
• Working in extreme temperatures and varying weather conditions, including field and road call environments

Work Environment

• Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor settings
• Regular exposure to weather conditions and operational field environments, including occasional extreme heat, cold, and rain