Diesel Mechanic/Technician

Republic Services•Princeton, IL

About The Position

With direct supervision from a Lead Technician, Fleet Maintenance Supervisor, or Maintenance Manager, a 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; engines; 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

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and repair chassis components.
  • Repair and maintain refuse bodies, including their control, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
  • Repair and maintain air and hydraulic braking systems.
  • Perform engine repair and diagnostics, including diesel fuel system diagnostics.
  • Repair and maintain suspension, drivetrain, and steering systems.
  • Diagnose and repair heating and air conditioning systems.
  • Diagnose and service aftertreatment systems, including REGEN.
  • Diagnose electrical concerns using scan tools and other electronic tools to identify malfunctions.
  • Perform line maintenance, welding, and fabrication.
  • Perform complex repair and maintenance functions on-site and on the road.
  • 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.
  • 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
  • Paid Time Off (PTO).
  • Competitive wages and benefits.
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