Diesel Mechanic Technician

Under the guidance of shop leadership, conduct repairs and preventative maintenance on both Diesel and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) vehicles to maintain GFL's fleet in safe and continuous "road ready" condition.

$2,500 Sign on Bonus!

Why Join Our Team?

Looking for job stability, consistent hours, and year-round work? Join our essential team in the waste management industry! We offer reliable full-time schedules, strong pay, and complete transparency before you commit.

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Experience our shop environment firsthand! Work side-by-side with experienced technicians in a live shop environment at our West Point location. We offer paid 4-hour sessions and paid interviews so you can get a true feel for the job with zero risk or commitment required.

Key Benefits & Perks

• $2,500 Sign-On Bonus
• Hourly Rates Starting from $28-38+ based on experience and certifications. Scheduled 50 hours week with year round OT.
• 15 Days Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Monthly Tool Allowance
• Annual Boot Reimbursement
• Overtime Pay after 40 hours worked per week
• Health Benefits available after 60 days
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company options after 6 months
• Continuous Training & Professional Development

Position Overview & Responsibilities

As a Diesel Mechanic Technician, you will work under shop leadership to perform daily inspections, maintenance, and repairs on our diesel and CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) Refuse Truck fleet to keep them running safely, reliably, and road-ready.

• Diagnostic & Maintenance: Perform daily DOT inspections, electronic diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting on fleet vehicles.
• System Repairs: Repair and troubleshoot hydraulic systems, electrical systems, brakes, suspension, PTO systems, emission systems, and other truck components.
• Test Driving & Safety: Conduct test drives to identify malfunctions and ensure proper operating condition, maintaining a safe and clean work environment compliant with DOT and OSHA regulations.
• Documentation: Complete daily work orders, inspection reports, and parts orders accurately.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 3+ years of diesel and/or CNG maintenance experience preferred. Experience using diagnostic software is a plus.
• Certifications: Brake Safety Certificate and Section 609 A/C System Certification required. ASE certifications are preferred.
• Driver's License: Valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred, or the ability to obtain one within six (6) months of employment.
• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in hydraulic and electrical troubleshooting, standard brake systems, and mechanical diagnostics.
• Physical Ability: Able to stand, bend, climb ladders, lift up to 50 lbs., and push/pull up to 100 lbs. as required during normal shop operations.

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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 myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com

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.