Diesel Technician

GFL Environmental is seeking a skilled and motivated Diesel Technician to join our maintenance team. In this role, you will be responsible for the diagnosis, repair, and preventative maintenance of our fleet, which includes heavy-duty diesel trucks, CNG, gas, and electrically operated equipment. The ideal candidate is a problem solver who prioritizes safety, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is eager to keep our fleet running at peak performance.

Our trucks don't fix themselves-and the Waste Industry runs every day of the year. Steady, recession proof work for skilled mechanics.

Starting Pay: up to $35/hr (Top Pay Will Increase Based on EXP/Qualifications)

Starting Shift: 2pm-12am M-F. Working on Refuse Trucks. OT after 40hrs!

Benefits:

-15 days of paid time off
-Monthly Tool Allowance
-Annual Boot Reimbursement
-Overtime after 40hrs worked
-401K after 6 months employment
-Health Benefits after 60 days

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnostics & Repair: Diagnose and repair operational difficulties with heavy-duty diesel trucks, hydraulics, and specialized waste/recycling equipment.
• Fleet Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance and complex repairs on heavy diesel, CNG, gas, and electrically operated vehicles.
• Planning & Scheduling: Plan and schedule repairs using the M5 planner system, ensuring all necessary parts are procured for a successful maintenance plan.
• Administrative Duties: Accurately complete daily reports, work orders, parts orders, and other required administrative tasks.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure all work is performed in safe conditions and in strict compliance with federal, state/provincial, local laws, and company safety policies.
• Collaboration & Training: Assist in reviewing mechanical write-ups on equipment, coordinate repair schedules, and aid in the training and orientation of new team members.
• Tool Maintenance: Possess, provide, and maintain the personal hand and power tools necessary to perform heavy equipment maintenance, while keeping a clean and organized work area.

Job Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED); a technical diploma or degree in diesel mechanics is highly desired.
• Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of experience working as a diesel mechanic.
• Technical Skills: Computer literacy is required, with the ability to be trained on specialized software systems (experience with diagnostic software is a major plus).
• Safety Screenings: Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety-sensitive functions according to Company standards.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Physical Effort: Frequently required to stand, walk, kneel, crouch, crawl, and lift/push/pull up to 100 pounds . Continuous concentrated mental and visual attention is necessary.
• Environment: Frequently exposed to loud noise, moving mechanical parts, vibration, hot/cold weather conditions, and toxic or caustic chemicals/fumes. Occasionally required to work in high, precarious places.

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.