Full Time Diesel Mechanic

Fleet Technician (Heavy Equipment)

Fleet Maintenance | On-Site | Full-Time

The Fleet Technician (Heavy Equipment) is responsible for the inspection, preventive maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of the company's full fleet of CDL-class vehicles, heavy equipment, and light-duty vehicles. This is a hands-on, on-site role that is critical to maintaining safe and uninterrupted operations across all collection and processing activities. The ideal candidate brings strong diesel mechanical expertise, familiarity with refuse collection equipment, and a commitment to safety and uptime.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, repair, and diagnostics on CDL Class vehicles including front-load garbage trucks and rear-load/roll-off garbage trucks

Inspect, service, and repair heavy equipment including loaders, balers, compactors, and forklifts

Maintain and repair light-duty vehicles including pickup trucks and support vehicles

Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections; document findings and corrective actions

Perform engine, transmission, brake, hydraulic, electrical, emissions, and cooling system repairs

Diagnose and repair hydraulic systems specific to refuse collection bodies (packing blades, arms, roll-off hoists)

Replace and service tires, including mounting, balancing, and inflation checks

Preventive Maintenance

Execute and document all scheduled PM services per manufacturer and company standards

Maintain accurate maintenance logs, work orders, and parts usage records

Monitor fleet condition proactively and flag emerging issues before they cause downtime

Track and manage parts inventory; coordinate with procurement for replenishment

Safety & Compliance

Ensure all vehicles and equipment meet OSHA, DOT, and company safety standards

Maintain compliance with applicable regulatory requirements for CDL-class vehicles

Adhere to all shop safety protocols, PPE requirements, and hazardous materials handling procedures

Report unsafe conditions, accidents, or near-misses promptly to supervision

Requirements

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a diesel or heavy equipment mechanic
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with Class 68 trucks or refuse collection vehicles
• Proficiency in hydraulic systems, diesel engines, electrical diagnostics, and brake systems
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and work orders
• Valid driver's license; ability to drive and move fleet vehicles on-site
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs., work in confined spaces, and perform manual labor in varying outdoor conditions

Experience with refuse/solid waste collection vehicles (front-load, rear-load, roll-off)

Forklift technician certification or equivalent experience

CDL Class A or B license

ASE certification(s) in diesel or medium/heavy-duty vehicles

Experience with fleet maintenance software or CMMS platforms

Work Environment

Commercial Garage Work Environment

Outdoor Industrial Zone/Area

Dynamic, often hazardous environments like busy highways, city streets, and construction zones (occasionally)

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Holidays

Panzarella Waste and Recycling Services