Lead Diesel Mechanic
Job Description
A nationwide waste collection and recycling operation in Fort Worth, TX is hiring a Lead Diesel Mechanic to repair heavy-duty trucks and refuse bodies while guiding technicians. Qualified candidates have proven heavy truck experience with diesel engines, hydraulic, electrical, or brake systems. Apply today for a $2/hr shift premium, regular overtime, and strong health and retirement benefits.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Diagnose and repair diesel and non-diesel trucks, chassis, and refuse bodies in the shop and on the road
- Troubleshoot engines, hydraulic and electrical systems, brakes, suspension, steering, drivetrains, and HVAC systems
- Perform welding and fabrication repairs and diagnose complex malfunctions using electronic diagnostic equipment
- Direct and mentor shop technicians, providing technical guidance and supervisory coverage as needed
- Schedule and coordinate maintenance and repairs to minimize downtime and maintain shop productivity
- Inspect completed third-party repairs to ensure quality, safety, and regulatory compliance
Qualifications:
- Minimum 3 years of hands-on heavy-duty truck maintenance and repair experience
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to independently inspect and repair relevant heavy truck or automotive systems
- Experience with some combination of engine, brake, electrical, hydraulic, suspension, steering, or drivetrain repairs
- Ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical problems using diagnostic equipment
- Ability to guide technicians, coordinate repair work, and maintain safe shop practices
- Pre-employment criminal background check required
Preferred:
- At least 1 year of lead technician or supervisory experience
- ASE Medium/Heavy Truck certifications (T1–T8)
- Class B or higher Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
- At least 3 years of experience working under OSHA HazCom, lockout/tagout, and fire protection requirements
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Shifts
- Second shift, starting at 2:00 PM
- Approximately 50–57 hours per week
Compensation
- $32.00 – $42.00 per hour
- $2.00/hr second-shift differential
- Overtime paid for hours worked over 40 per week
- Benefits:
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- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement plan with company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Health care and dependent care spending accounts
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee discount programs
Company Description
Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.
In 2025, Republic’s total company revenue was $16.6 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $5.3 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills.
Although we operate across North America, the collection, recycling, treatment, or disposal of materials is a local business, and the dynamics and opportunities differ in each market we serve. By combining local operational management with standardized business practices, we drive greater operating efficiencies across the company while maintaining day-to-day operational decisions at the local level, closest to the customer.
Our customers, including small businesses, major corporations and municipalities, want a partner with the expertise and capabilities to effectively manage their multiple recycling and waste streams. They choose Republic Services because we are committed to exceeding their expectations and helping them achieve their sustainability goals. Our 42,000 team members understand that it's not just what we do that matters, but how we do it.
Our company values guide our daily actions:
- Safe: We protect the livelihoods of our colleagues and communities.
- Committed to Serve: We go above and beyond to exceed our customers’ expectations.
- Environmentally Responsible: We take action to improve our environment.
- Driven: We deliver results in the right way.
- Human-Centered: We respect the dignity and unique potential of every person.
We are proud of our high employee engagement score of 86. We have an inclusive and diverse culture where every voice counts. In addition, our team positively impacted 5.1 million people in 2024 through the Republic Services Charitable Foundation and local community grants. These projects are designed to meet the specific needs of the communities we serve, with a focus on building sustainable neighborhoods.
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To learn more about us, please visit: Discover Opportunities at Republic Services
Contact
Name: Kascha Hamer
Email: [email protected]
Direct Toll-Free:
+1-325-370-4696
Job ID: #135432