Yellow Iron Mechanic
- Location6472-Heart of Florida Landfill
- Work typeOn-site
- Salary35 to 45 USD an hour
- EmploymentFull-time
- Posted30 October 2026
- SourceWaste Connections's careers page (Workday)
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At a glance
- Experience3 to 5 years
- EducationHigh school diploma or equivalent
- Skills and toolsCDL
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About the role
Join Our Team as a Heavy Equipment / Yellow Iron Mechanic!
📍 Location: Heart of Florida Landfill, Lake Panasoffkee, FL
🕡 Schedule: Monday-Friday | Saturdays as needed
💰 Pay: $35-$45/hour DOE
What You’ll Do:
- Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on a variety of heavy equipment.
- Diagnose and repair diesel engine aftertreatment and emissions systems, including DPF, DOC, SCR, DEF, regen, and derate-related issues.
- Troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems.
- Work on a fleet of yellow iron equipment including compactors, dozers, excavators, motor graders, water trucks, and articulated dump trucks.
- Operate bulldozers, wheel loaders, motor graders, and scrapers. Compactor experience is a plus!
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with OSHA and company standards.
What We’re Looking For:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 3-5 years of hands-on experience with diesel engines and yellow iron/heavy equipment.
- Strong working knowledge of diesel aftertreatment systems, including DPF, DOC, SCR, DEF systems, regeneration, and emissions-related diagnostics.
- Ability to diagnose aftertreatment fault codes, regen failures, sensor issues, and engine derates is highly preferred.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate technical service information.
- Strong knowledge of heavy equipment operation, diagnostics, repair, and preventive maintenance.
- CDL preferred, but not required at time of hire.
- Ability to lift over 50 lbs. and work in physically demanding conditions.
Why Join Us?
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, FSA, long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k), and more.
- Year-Round Stability: The waste industry is essential and reliable.
- Growth Opportunities: Unlimited potential to “Connect with Your Future.”
- Veterans Welcome: We proudly support and encourage veterans to apply.
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Apply today and Connect with Your Future!
Waste Connections is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veterans).
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