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Diesel Technician C – West Palm Beach, FL
Start Your Diesel Career with Waste Pro
Are you mechanically inclined and ready to build a long-term career in diesel maintenance? Waste Pro, a leader in the waste management industry, is hiring a Diesel Technician C to support our maintenance team in West Palm Beach.
This is an entry-level technician role designed for individuals who are eager to learn, grow their skills, and advance into higher-level diesel technician positions.
Every day, Waste Pro vehicles serve millions of customers—and it takes dedicated team members to keep our fleet safe, reliable, and on the road.
Why Waste Pro?
We invest in your growth and long-term success:
- 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 senior technicians with basic repairs:
- Assist drivers with daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections
- Perform safety lane checks and preventive maintenance services
- Lubricate vehicles and service scheduled grease points
- Learn and assist with brake inspections and documentation
- Perform basic repairs on heavy-duty and light-duty vehicles, including:
- Rear Loaders
- Front Loaders
- Roll-Off Trucks
- Grapple Trucks
- Port-a-let and other service equipment
- Assist with identifying basic vehicle issues (lights, mirrors, leaks, body damage, etc.)
- Support fluid top-offs (oil, hydraulic fluid, transmission fluid, DEF, etc.)
- Assist with tire inspections and air pressure checks
- Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized shop environment
- Complete basic documentation, parts usage, and work order entries
- Follow factory service manuals and company safety procedures
- Communicate with drivers and senior technicians regarding vehicle condition
What We’re Looking For
- Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn diesel systems
- Ability to assist with inspections, lubrication, and preventive maintenance tasks
- Familiarity with basic vehicle components (fluids, tires, lights, mirrors, etc.)
- Ability to follow instructions and work in a team environment
- Basic computer skills for work orders and documentation
- Strong focus on safety, reliability, and attention to detail
- Prior diesel or automotive experience preferred but not required
What Makes This Role a Great Start
This is your entry point into a high-demand diesel technician career path. You’ll gain hands-on experience working on a wide variety of heavy-duty equipment while building the skills needed to advance to Tech B and Tech A roles.
Apply today and start building 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 used by Waste Pro as applicable 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 operational environments, including exposure to residential and commercial waste.
The employee must be able to:
- Consistently use all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by company policy
- Maintain the stamina necessary to perform steady physical work throughout the workday
- Perform frequent physical movement, 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 requirements:
- 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 roadside service environments
Work Environment
- Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor settings
- Regular exposure to environmental conditions associated with waste collection and fleet operations
- Occasional exposure to extreme weather during field assignments and road call situations