Diesel Mechanic B 2nd Shift

Republic Services•Carnegie, PA

About The Position

With direct supervision from a Lead Technician, Maintenance Supervisor, or Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Technician B performs repair and maintenance work on diesel and non-diesel equipment and trucks. Work may include chassis components, refuse bodies and control systems, hydraulic and electrical systems, air brakes, general engine work, HVAC components, suspension, drivetrain, and steering systems. The technician may also perform basic tire work, including replacement, rotation, and tread-depth checks. The role supports a single fleet of technically advanced vehicles and includes preventative and repair maintenance both on-site and on the road. The technician uses electronic tools to identify malfunctions, performs line maintenance welding and fabrication, and safely provides road service when needed. The position includes company training and other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.

Requirements

Ability to diagnose multi-system issues and consistently demonstrate technical expertise.
Basic understanding of work-order labor time standards.
Prior experience with, or knowledge of, maintenance work on Classes 1–5 light/medium-duty and Class 7–8 heavy-duty trucks, aircraft, or ships.
Three to five years of experience in a technician position demonstrating knowledge of diagnosing and repairing gasoline- and diesel-powered equipment, or graduation from an accredited automotive college or technical school within the next three months.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to perform basic inspections with limited supervision in some (not all required) heavy-truck or automotive systems, including suspension and steering, general engine, transmissions, brakes, electrical, hydraulics, drivetrain, and diesel emissions.

Nice To Haves

Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications (T1–T8) are a plus but not required.
Commercial Driver’s License is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Perform preventative and repair maintenance on diesel and non-diesel vehicles and equipment, on-site and on the road.
Repair and maintain chassis components.
Repair and maintain refuse bodies, including their control, hydraulic, and electrical systems, as well as air and hydraulic braking systems.
Perform light engine repair and maintenance.
Maintain and repair suspension, drivetrain, and steering systems.
Maintain and repair heating and air-conditioning systems.
Perform line maintenance welding and fabrication.
Provide safe road service when necessary to return company equipment to operation safely and efficiently.
Identify sources of malfunctions using a variety of electronic tools.
Complete applicable company training programs.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.
Perform basic tire work, such as replacement, rotation, and tread-depth checks.