Diesel Mechanic A

Republic Services • Charleston, SC

2d

About The Position

With direct supervision from a Lead Technician, Fleet Maintenance Supervisor, or Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Technician A performs repair and maintenance work on diesel and non-diesel equipment and trucks. Work includes chassis components; refuse bodies and their control, hydraulic, and electrical systems; air brake systems; general engine work; HVAC components; and suspension, drivetrain, and steering systems. The role supports drivers and fleet operations by maintaining and repairing advanced vehicles and machinery, and includes opportunities to receive training in new technologies and equipment.

Requirements

• 5–7 years of experience as a technician working on heavy-duty trucks.
• Ability to diagnose multi-system issues and consistently demonstrate technical expertise.
• Ability to perform inspections and repairs without supervision in some heavy-truck or automotive systems, including suspensions and steering, general engine, transmissions, brakes, electrical, hydraulics, drivetrain, or diesel emissions; not all systems are required.
• Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• ASE Heavy Truck Certifications (T1–T8).
• LNG and/or CNG experience.
• Class B or higher Commercial Driver’s License; the posting also notes a preferred CDL B.

Responsibilities

• Maintain advanced knowledge and skill proficiency across vehicle components and systems, and perform complex repairs and maintenance on-site and on the road.
• Repair and maintain chassis components.
• Repair and maintain refuse bodies, including control, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Repair and maintain air and hydraulic braking systems.
• Perform engine repair and diagnostics.
• Diagnose diesel fuel systems.
• Repair and maintain suspension, drivetrain, and steering systems.
• Diagnose and repair heating and air-conditioning systems.
• Diagnose and maintain aftertreatment systems, including REGEN.
• Diagnose electrical concerns using scan tools and other electronic tools to identify malfunctions.
• Perform line maintenance, welding, and fabrication.
• Complete applicable company training programs.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans, and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• Retirement plan with a company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed