**Diesel Mechanic** **Location:** 460 NW 52nd Ave, Ocala, FL 34482 **Company:** Florida Express Waste & Recycling – A Waste Connections Company **Pay Range:** $30+ DOE **Description:** Florida Express Waste & Recycling is looking for a **safety-conscious Diesel Mechanic** to join our team in **Ocala, FL** . This position is responsible for performing repairs and preventive maintenance on our fleet of trucks and equipment, including electrical and hydraulic systems. **Duties and Responsibilities:** + Perform repairs and preventive maintenance services on diesel trucks and equipment. + Diagnose issues using vehicle computer electronics systems and initiate or assign repairs. + Conduct safety checks and inspections on vehicles and equipment. + Complete required documentation using fleet maintenance software, including parts usage and repair time tracking. + Review and complete repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs). + Maintain a clean and safe work area in compliance with OSHA and company standards. **Schedule:** + **Monday–Friday** , with occasional **Saturdays as needed** **Working Conditions & Physical Effort:** + Ability to lift **50 lbs repeatedly** throughout the day. + Work is performed **outdoors in all weather conditions** . + Exposure to **moving mechanical parts** , **fumes** , **vibration** , and **moderate noise** . + Must follow all **basic safety precautions** . **Minimum Requirements:** + **2+ years of diesel mechanic experience** preferred. + Ability to diagnose and repair electrical and hydraulic systems. + Familiarity with fleet maintenance software and vehicle inspection protocols. + Must be able to work independently and as part of a team. + Ability to work in physically demanding conditions and outdoors year-round. **What We Offer:** + Competitive pay + Family benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision + Flexible Spending Account + Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance + 401(k) Retirement Plan + Paid Vacation + Year-round job stability + Supportive management team **Apply Today and Connect with Your Future!** Waste Connections is an **Equal Opportunity Employer** . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.