Diesel Mechanic

Diesel Mechanic Keep The Green Fleet Rolling!

Join GFL as a Diesel Mechanic!

Location: Brunswick / Bolivia, NC

Position Type: Full-Time, Regular

Schedule: 40 hours/week

About the Role

Every great fleet needs an even better mechanic behind the scenes! At GFL Environmental, our heavy-duty garbage trucks, roll-offs, and hydraulic equipment keep Brunswick County cleanand you're the expert who keeps them running at peak performance. If you love turning wrenches, troubleshooting complex hydraulic and electrical systems, and taking pride in keeping high-powered machinery safe on the road, we want you in our Brunswick shop!

What You'll Be Doing

• Fleet Maintenance Expert: Perform routine preventive maintenance, oil changes, brake inspections, and tune-ups on a fleet of modern commercial diesel trucks and heavy equipment.
• Master Troubleshooter: Diagnose and repair diesel engines, hydraulic systems, air brakes, electrical systems, suspensions, and transmission components.
• Preventative Safety: Conduct safety inspections to identify potential mechanical issues before they turn into road delays or safety hazards.
• Shop Operations: Maintain clean, safe work areas, accurately document work orders and parts inventory, and follow lock-out/tag-out and safety protocols.
• Continuous Improvement: Work alongside a skilled team to solve tough mechanical puzzles and keep shop efficiency sky-high.

What We're Looking For

• Experience: 13+ years of hands-on experience in diesel engine repair, heavy truck maintenance, or mobile heavy equipment repair (vocational training/certifications are a major bonus!).
• Technical Skills: Strong working knowledge of diesel engine diagnostics, hydraulics, pneumatic air brakes, and 12V electrical systems.
• Tools of the Trade: Your own basic set of mechanic hand tools (specialty tools and heavy equipment provided in-shop).
• CDL Advantage: A valid CDL (or willingness to obtain one) is a big plus for test-driving vehicles!
• Problem Solver: Sharp diagnostic skills, attention to detail, and a pride-in-ownership attitude toward fleet safety.

Why Fix Mechanics With GFL?

• Steady, Year-Round Work: Essential industry stabilityno seasonal layoffs.
• Competitive Wages & Full Benefits: Great hourly pay, medical, dental, vision, paid leave, and retirement planning.
• Growth & Training: Access to continuous training on modern diesel engine technologies and hydraulic systems.
• Great Shop Culture: A supportive environment where your hard work and technical expertise are truly valued.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.