That's what you get as a Area Traveling Diesel Mechanic/Technician at WM - and more. The pay and benefits you'll get as Area Traveling Diesel Mechanic/Technician * Starting salary per hour depending ...
That's what you get as a Area Traveling Diesel Mechanic/Technician at WM - and more. The pay and benefits you'll get as Area Traveling Diesel Mechanic/Technician * Starting salary per hour depending ...
That's what you get as a Area Traveling Diesel Mechanic/Technician at WM - and more. The pay and benefits you'll get as Area Traveling Diesel Mechanic/Technician * Starting salary per hour depending ...
That's what you get as a Area Traveling Diesel Mechanic/Technician at WM - and more. The pay and benefits you'll get as Area Traveling Diesel Mechanic/Technician * Starting salary per hour depending ...
Area Travel Diesel Technician
Atlanta, GA · On-site
That's what you get as a Area Traveling Diesel Mechanic/Technician at WM - and more. The pay and benefits you'll get as Area Traveling Diesel Mechanic/Technician * Starting salary per hour depending ...
Area Travel Diesel Technician
Atlanta, GA · On-site
That's what you get as a Area Traveling Diesel Mechanic/Technician at WM - and more. The pay and benefits you'll get as Area Traveling Diesel Mechanic/Technician * Starting salary per hour depending ...
That's what you get as a Area Traveling Diesel Mechanic/Technician at WM - and more. The pay and benefits you'll get as Area Traveling Diesel Mechanic/Technician * Starting salary per hour depending ...
That's what you get as a Area Traveling Diesel Mechanic/Technician at WM - and more. The pay and benefits you'll get as Area Traveling Diesel Mechanic/Technician * Starting salary per hour depending ...
Traveling Diesel Mechanic
Springdale, AR · On-site
$22 - $29.25/hr
Roving Fleet Manager As a Roving Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic at Ecowaste Solutions you will be ... Willingness and ability to travel extensively on short notice. Pay & Benefits: * Who doesn't like ...
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Traveling Diesel Mechanic
Springdale, AR · On-site
$22 - $29.25/hr
Roving Fleet Manager As a Roving Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic at Ecowaste Solutions you will be ... Willingness and ability to travel extensively on short notice. Pay & Benefits: * Who doesn't like ...
Traveling Diesel Mechanic
Springfield, MO · On-site
$21 - $27.75/hr
Roving Fleet Manager As a Roving Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic at Ecowaste Solutions you will be ... Willingness and ability to travel extensively on short notice. Pay & Benefits: * Who doesn't like ...
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Traveling Diesel Mechanic
Springfield, MO · On-site
$21 - $27.75/hr
Roving Fleet Manager As a Roving Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic at Ecowaste Solutions you will be ... Willingness and ability to travel extensively on short notice. Pay & Benefits: * Who doesn't like ...
Traveling Diesel Mechanic
Bossier City, LA · On-site
$18.75 - $25/hr
Roving Fleet Manager As a Roving Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic at Ecowaste Solutions you will be ... Willingness and ability to travel extensively on short notice. Pay & Benefits: * Who doesn't like ...
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Traveling Diesel Mechanic
Bossier City, LA · On-site
$18.75 - $25/hr
Roving Fleet Manager As a Roving Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic at Ecowaste Solutions you will be ... Willingness and ability to travel extensively on short notice. Pay & Benefits: * Who doesn't like ...
Traveling Diesel Mechanic
Van Buren, AR · On-site
$23.25 - $30.50/hr
Roving Fleet Manager As a Roving Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic at Ecowaste Solutions you will be ... Willingness and ability to travel extensively on short notice. Pay & Benefits: * Who doesn't like ...
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Traveling Diesel Mechanic
Van Buren, AR · On-site
$23.25 - $30.50/hr
Roving Fleet Manager As a Roving Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic at Ecowaste Solutions you will be ... Willingness and ability to travel extensively on short notice. Pay & Benefits: * Who doesn't like ...
Traveling Diesel Mechanic
Mobile, AL · On-site
$21.25 - $28/hr
Roving Fleet Manager As a Roving Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic at Ecowaste Solutions you will be ... Willingness and ability to travel extensively on short notice. Pay & Benefits: * Who doesn't like ...
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Traveling Diesel Mechanic
Mobile, AL · On-site
$21.25 - $28/hr
Roving Fleet Manager As a Roving Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic at Ecowaste Solutions you will be ... Willingness and ability to travel extensively on short notice. Pay & Benefits: * Who doesn't like ...
Traveling Diesel Mechanic
Tulsa, OK · On-site
$22.25 - $29.50/hr
Roving Fleet Manager As a Roving Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic at Ecowaste Solutions you will be ... Willingness and ability to travel extensively on short notice. Pay & Benefits: * Who doesn't like ...
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Traveling Diesel Mechanic
Tulsa, OK · On-site
$22.25 - $29.50/hr
Roving Fleet Manager As a Roving Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic at Ecowaste Solutions you will be ... Willingness and ability to travel extensively on short notice. Pay & Benefits: * Who doesn't like ...
Traveling Diesel Mechanic
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
$20.50 - $27.25/hr
Roving Fleet Manager As a Roving Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic at Ecowaste Solutions you will be ... Willingness and ability to travel extensively on short notice. Pay & Benefits: * Who doesn't like ...
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Traveling Diesel Mechanic
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
$20.50 - $27.25/hr
Roving Fleet Manager As a Roving Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic at Ecowaste Solutions you will be ... Willingness and ability to travel extensively on short notice. Pay & Benefits: * Who doesn't like ...
$22.50 - $29.75/hr
Roving Fleet Manager As a Roving Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic at Ecowaste Solutions you will be ... Willingness and ability to travel extensively on short notice. Pay & Benefits: * Who doesn't like ...
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$22.50 - $29.75/hr
Roving Fleet Manager As a Roving Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic at Ecowaste Solutions you will be ... Willingness and ability to travel extensively on short notice. Pay & Benefits: * Who doesn't like ...
Traveling Diesel Mechanic
Tyler, TX · On-site
$23.50 - $31/hr
Roving Fleet Manager As a Roving Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic at Ecowaste Solutions you will be ... Willingness and ability to travel extensively on short notice. Pay & Benefits: * Who doesn't like ...
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Traveling Diesel Mechanic
Tyler, TX · On-site
$23.50 - $31/hr
Roving Fleet Manager As a Roving Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic at Ecowaste Solutions you will be ... Willingness and ability to travel extensively on short notice. Pay & Benefits: * Who doesn't like ...
Traveling Diesel Mechanic
Gardner, KS · On-site
$24 - $31.50/hr
Roving Fleet Manager As a Roving Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic at Ecowaste Solutions you will be ... Willingness and ability to travel extensively on short notice. Pay & Benefits: * Who doesn't like ...
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Traveling Diesel Mechanic
Gardner, KS · On-site
$24 - $31.50/hr
Roving Fleet Manager As a Roving Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic at Ecowaste Solutions you will be ... Willingness and ability to travel extensively on short notice. Pay & Benefits: * Who doesn't like ...
Traveling Diesel Mechanic
Detroit, MI · On-site
$38 - $40/hr
Traveling Mechanic to work on Tugs, Belt Loaders, Pushbacks, Trucks and more Tuesday - Saturday $38 - $40 per hour SUMMARY OVERVIEW As a GSE Mechanic Level III, your primary responsibility will be ...
Traveling Diesel Mechanic
Detroit, MI · On-site
$38 - $40/hr
Traveling Mechanic to work on Tugs, Belt Loaders, Pushbacks, Trucks and more Tuesday - Saturday $38 - $40 per hour SUMMARY OVERVIEW As a GSE Mechanic Level III, your primary responsibility will be ...
We are seeking a highly skilled Shop/Traveling Diesel Mechanic with extensive troubleshooting experience in medium and heavy-duty truck systems. This role is ideal for a self-sufficient, diagnostic ...
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We are seeking a highly skilled Shop/Traveling Diesel Mechanic with extensive troubleshooting experience in medium and heavy-duty truck systems. This role is ideal for a self-sufficient, diagnostic ...
Traveling Diesel Mechanic
$38 - $40/hr
Traveling Mechanic to work on Tugs, Belt Loaders, Pushbacks, Trucks and more Tuesday - Saturday $38 - $40 per hour SUMMARY OVERVIEW As a GSE Mechanic Level III, your primary responsibility will be ...
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Traveling Diesel Mechanic
$38 - $40/hr
Traveling Mechanic to work on Tugs, Belt Loaders, Pushbacks, Trucks and more Tuesday - Saturday $38 - $40 per hour SUMMARY OVERVIEW As a GSE Mechanic Level III, your primary responsibility will be ...
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Diesel Mechanic
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
$32 - $35/hr
We are seeking a highly skilled Shop/Traveling Diesel Mechanic with extensive troubleshooting experience in medium and heavy-duty truck systems. This role is ideal for a self-sufficient, diagnostic ...
Diesel Mechanic
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
$32 - $35/hr
We are seeking a highly skilled Shop/Traveling Diesel Mechanic with extensive troubleshooting experience in medium and heavy-duty truck systems. This role is ideal for a self-sufficient, diagnostic ...
Diesel Mechanic
Edmond, OK · On-site
$32 - $35/hr
We are seeking a highly skilled Shop/Traveling Diesel Mechanic with extensive troubleshooting experience in medium and heavy-duty truck systems. This role is ideal for a self-sufficient, diagnostic ...
Diesel Mechanic
Edmond, OK · On-site
$32 - $35/hr
We are seeking a highly skilled Shop/Traveling Diesel Mechanic with extensive troubleshooting experience in medium and heavy-duty truck systems. This role is ideal for a self-sufficient, diagnostic ...
Diesel Mechanic
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
$32 - $35/hr
We are seeking a highly skilled Shop/Traveling Diesel Mechanic with extensive troubleshooting experience in medium and heavy-duty truck systems. This role is ideal for a self-sufficient, diagnostic ...
Diesel Mechanic
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
$32 - $35/hr
We are seeking a highly skilled Shop/Traveling Diesel Mechanic with extensive troubleshooting experience in medium and heavy-duty truck systems. This role is ideal for a self-sufficient, diagnostic ...
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How much do traveling diesel mechanic jobs pay per hour?
What are the typical work schedules and travel expectations for a traveling diesel mechanic?
Traveling Diesel Mechanics frequently work variable schedules, often including overtime, weekends, or being on-call to respond to urgent repairs on site. The role requires regular travel to different job sites or client locations, sometimes across several regions, which may involve overnight stays. While you are often expected to work independently, collaboration with fleet managers, dispatchers, and other mechanics is also common to coordinate repairs and maintenance tasks. This structure offers variety and autonomy, making the work ideal for those who enjoy hands-on challenges and a dynamic, mobile work environment.
What is a traveling diesel mechanic?
A Traveling Diesel Mechanic is a skilled technician who travels to various locations to inspect, repair, and maintain diesel-powered vehicles and equipment. They often work on trucks, buses, construction machinery, or agricultural equipment in the field rather than in a fixed shop. This role requires diagnosing issues, performing emergency repairs, and ensuring equipment operates efficiently. It’s ideal for mechanics who enjoy travel, problem-solving, and working independently in different environments.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a traveling diesel mechanic?
To excel as a Traveling Diesel Mechanic, you need strong diagnostic skills, hands-on experience with diesel engines and equipment, and typically a high school diploma or technical certification in diesel technology. Familiarity with diagnostic software, tools like multimeters and hydraulic testers, and certifications such as ASE Diesel Technician or CDL are often required. Excellent problem-solving abilities, adaptability, and communication skills help you work efficiently in diverse locations and with various clients. These competencies ensure you can quickly and effectively address equipment issues on the road, minimizing downtime and maintaining high customer satisfaction.

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Job description
Are you seeking a safer work environment as a mechanic? Is your family's financial security important to you? Aspiring to advance in your mechanic career? Searching for a company that prioritizes its employees' well-being? If this speaks to you, then WM might be the place for your next career move.
Career progression, stability for your family, and a safe environment to work. That's what you get as a Area Traveling Diesel Mechanic/Technician at WM - and more.
The pay and benefits you'll get as Area Traveling Diesel Mechanic/Technician
- Starting salary per hour depending on experience
- Stable hours for your financial stability
- Tool allowance worth $400 quarterly
- Boot allowance worth an additional $250 a year
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage including dental, vision and prescription coverage.
- We are Committed to Growth: Annual Education Assistance Benefit available for team members
- Company-matched 401(k)
- Adoption assistance and parent support
These are just a few of our comprehensive benefits for Area Traveling Diesel Mechanic/Technician. Whether you are planning on building or expanding your family or looking for the next step in your career - WM is there, helping build the best and total you.
The hours and location you'll work in as Area Traveling Diesel Mechanic/Technician with WM:
- Monday - Friday every week
- Variable shifts
- No weekends
- We're committed to offering you stable hours for the financial security and work life balance you need.
- The normal setting for this job is a repair / maintenance shop at our Gainesville, GA hauling sites.
Those are the key details on pay and schedule - now here's more on what you'll be doing as Area Traveling Diesel Mechanic/Technician at WM.
Each day you'll fix the trucks and equipment that service over 20 million customers across the USA. As a Area Traveling Diesel Mechanic/Technician you can take pride in watching a truck roll out of the shop, knowing your local community will be supported by your hard work. Our mechanics take their careers to the next level by working on equipment that requires a high level of skill - and determination. You'll be using modern tools and procedures to deliver exceptional maintenance on both diesel equipment and, at some locations, on our growing fleet of CNG trucks.
Here's more of what you'll do:
- Inspect, diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on a wide range of vehicles and equipment.
- Estimates time and material costs on vehicle repairs and new parts.
- Perform your work within our Standard Labor Repair Times (SRTs).
- Respond to service calls for emergency breakdowns.
- Safety checks on vehicles - the safety of every single employee and the people in our communities is our number one priority
- Complete required paperwork, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
- Reviews, completes, or assigns repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
- Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate / OSHA Standards and perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
What do you need to be considered for the role of Area Traveling Diesel Mechanic/Technician
- 4 years of relevant work experience
- A valid drivers license, with a clean driving record
- Be over 18 years of age.
- Legally eligible to work in the United States
- Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Successfully complete and pass pre-employment drug screen and physical.
The kind of people who thrive in our teams:
- Team players who care about everyone in the shop
- Happy working independently and as part of a team
- Likes variety - every day provides a new challenge
- Determined problem solvers.
Work environment and physical demands
Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Required to exert physical effort that will include but is not limited to frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, and climbing; Constantly standing, walking, and grasping; Occasionally: sitting and balancing
- Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.) often;
- Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements often;
- This job operates in both inside garage, shop or gas plant conditions as well as in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity.
Benefits
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.
If this sounds like what you've been looking for, then click 'Apply now' to start your tomorrow, today.
ABOUT WMWM (WM.com) is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial, medical and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them pursue their sustainability goals. WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of postconsumer materials and is a leader in beneficial use of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most landfill gastoelectricity plants in North America. WM's fleet includes more than 12,000 natural gas trucks - the largest heavyduty natural gas truck fleet in the industry in North America. Healthcare Solutions provides collection and disposal services of regulated medical waste, as well as secure information destruction services, in the U.S., Canada and Western Europe. To learn more about WM and the company's sustainability progress and solutions, visit Sustainability.WM.com.
Equal Employment Opportunity
For United States: WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
For Canada: WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation.
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In order to travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires individuals have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons or service federal property. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID or TSAapproved alternative.
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