What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diesel Mechanic position at wasteconnections?
Diesel Mechanic Location: 460 NW 52nd Ave, Ocala, FL 34482 Company: Florida Express Waste & Recycling (A Waste Connections Company) Pay Range: $33–$35 per hour (based on experience) Position Overview Florida Express Waste & Recycling, a Waste Connections company, is seeking a safety‑conscious and experienced Diesel Mechanic to join our team in Ocala, FL. This role is responsible for performing diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance on a fleet of diesel trucks and equipment, including electrical and hydraulic systems. #ACMaintenance Schedule Primary Schedule: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Training Schedule: Early morning hours during initial training period Days: Monday–Friday, with occasional Saturdays as needed Pay $33–$35 hourly, based on experience CDL preferred (not required) Duties & Responsibilities Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on diesel trucks and equipment Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues using computerized diagnostic systems Initiate repairs or assign corrective actions as needed Perform safety inspections and operational checks on fleet equipment Review and complete repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs) Accurately document all maintenance activities using fleet maintenance software Track parts usage and repair time Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment Comply with OSHA regulations and company safety policies Working Conditions & Physical Requirements Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly throughout the shift Work performed both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions Exposure to: Moving mechanical parts Fumes and vibration Moderate noise levels Must follow all standard safety precautions at all times Minimum Requirements 2 years of diesel mechanic experience preferred Strong knowledge of electrical and hydraulic systems Familiarity with fleet maintenance software and inspection protocols Ability to work independently and within a team environment Comfortable working in physically demanding conditions year‑round What We Offer ✅ Competitive pay ✅ Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance ✅ Flexible Spending Account (FSA) ✅ Long‑Term Disability & Life Insurance ✅ 401(k) Retirement Plan ✅ Paid vacation and holidays ✅ Year‑round job stability ✅ Supportive and safety‑focused management team Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status. Waste Connections is an integrated solid waste services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services in mostly exclusive and secondary markets. Our goal is to create an environment where self-directed, empowered employees strive to consistently fulfill our constituent commitments and seek to create positive impacts through interactions with customers, communities, and fellow employees. OUR PEOPLE MEAN EVERYTHING TO US Waste Connections is always working to protect the health of the communities we serve, and we are grateful for the hard work and dedication that you bring to your job every day. Working here means you are a safety-minded individual who is making important contributions on a daily basis that will make a positive impact on those around you. We appreciate that you are a person of integrity who takes pride in the work you do. Our Opportunities BUILD TALENT FROM WITHIN People who want to gain valuable professional experience will find that Waste Connections is a fantastic place to work. You’ll enjoy the opportunity for beneficial training and professional development opportunities that can help enhance your skills and lead the way to a more promising future. LET’S REALIZE YOUR GOALS TOGETHER Bring your passion to succeed and you’ll quickly discover that great opportunities are all around you. At Waste Connections, you’ll thrive if you are friendly, dedicated, and prefer a work hard/play hard culture that is focused on maintaining our reputation as the premier waste services company in the markets we serve. Bring your passion to succeed and you’ll quickly discover that great opportunities and people are all around you. We operate a highly decentralized structure, so we look for energetic individuals who can demonstrate individual initiative and creativity and prefer a work hard/play hard team environment and culture. At Waste Connections, diversity and inclusion are essential to our success. We hire and empower great, capable people from a wide variety of backgrounds and lead with our values. For more than 20 years, we have maintained a culture of safety, integrity and service to build a great place to work. Our culture is built on taking care of each other and the communities we serve.