Diesel Mechanic/Technician

Republic Services • Bettendorf, IA

2d

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 position supports drivers and fleet operations by maintaining and repairing a fleet of technically advanced vehicles. It includes performing work on-site and on the road, safely providing road service when needed, identifying malfunctions with electronic tools, and completing applicable company training. The role offers a regular shift and opportunities to learn new technologies and equipment, contribute to the community, and pursue professional growth.

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 diagnosis and repair of 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).
• Commercial Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Maintain working knowledge and moderate skill proficiency in vehicle components and systems, and perform preventive and repair maintenance on-site and on the road.
• Repair and maintain chassis components.
• Repair and maintain refuse bodies and 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.
• Safely provide road service when necessary to return company equipment to operation.
• Identify sources of malfunctions using 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.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage.
• Dental plans.
• Vision coverage.
• Health-care and dependent-care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance.
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• Retirement plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Training in new technologies and equipment.
• Opportunities for professional growth.

What This Job Offers

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