Diesel Mechanic

IED WASTE SERVICES OF MASSACHUSETTS, LLC•Fall River, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

With direct supervision from a Lead Technician, Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Manager, a Maintenance Technician B performs repair and maintenance work on diesel and non-diesel equipment and trucks including, but not limited to, chassis components, vehicle refuse bodies and control systems, hydraulic electrical, air brake systems, general engine work, HVAC components, suspension, drive train and steering systems. The Maintenance Technician B may also perform basic tire work, such as replacement, tire rotation, and tread depth checks. Enjoy the benefits of working on a single fleet with state-of-the-art equipment, supporting our drivers as they run their routes and servicing some of the most technically advanced vehicles on the road. Republic Services, Inc. is a leader in the environmental services industry, providing customers with recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. The company is committed to advancing circularity and supporting decarbonization to create a more sustainable world. Republic Services serves 13 million customers and operates over 1,000 locations across North America, with 41,000 team members. The company values are Safe, Committed to Serve, Environmentally Responsible, Driven, and Human-Centered. Republic Services focuses on profitable growth through acquisitions and industry advancements, managing waste streams through vertically integrated assets, and expanding recycling and waste, environmental solutions, and sustainability innovation.

Requirements

Minimum of 1 year of experience in a technician position demonstrating knowledge of both gasoline and diesel powered equipment diagnosis and repair or will be graduating from an accredited automotive college or technical school within the next 3 months.
Ability to perform basic inspections with limited supervision in some (not all required) of the following heavy truck, or automotive systems: suspensions & steering; general engine, transmissions, brakes, electrical, hydraulics, drive train, diesel emissions.
Basic understanding of work order labor time standards.
Prior experience with, or knowledge of, maintenance work to be performed on Classes 1-5 light/medium duty and heavy-duty Class 7-8 trucks, aircraft, or ships.
Valid Driver’s License.

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

Maintains a working knowledge of, and moderate skill proficiency in, the following vehicle components and systems, with the ability to perform preventative and repair maintenance functions, both on-site and on the road.
Chassis component repair and maintenance.
Refuse bodies, including control, hydraulic and electrical systems; and air and hydraulic braking systems.
Engine repair and maintenance.
Suspension, drivetrain and steering systems.
Heating and air conditioning.
Performs line maintenance welding and fabrication.
Safely provides road service when necessary to ensure that the Company’s equipment is returned to operation in a safe and efficient manner.
Identifies the source of the malfunctions using a variety of electronic tools.
Completes applicable Company training programs.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.