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Diesel Mechanic - Waste & Refuse Fleet in Grand Rapids

Date Posted: 16 October 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

Keep the trucks that keep cities clean on the road. An established waste and recycling company is hiring an experienced diesel mechanic to maintain and repair its fleet of refuse trucks and heavy equipment.

What You'll Do

  • Diagnose, repair, and maintain diesel engines, transmissions, brakes, and drivetrains on front-load, rear-load, side-load, and roll-off trucks
  • Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic systems, packer bodies, arms, and lifts
  • Diagnose electrical and electronic systems using computer diagnostic tools
  • Perform preventive maintenance and DOT inspections, and keep accurate service records
  • Do road calls and field repairs as needed
  • Follow shop safety standards and keep a clean, organized work area

What You Bring

  • Experience as a diesel mechanic on heavy trucks, ideally refuse trucks or heavy equipment
  • Strong hydraulic, electrical, and diagnostic skills
  • A valid driver's license (CDL and ASE certifications are a plus)

Compensation: $29-$40 per hour, based on experience, plus overtime

Contact: joseph.parhamiv@gogpac.com | 469-868-2398

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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