Diesel Technician B - Sign on Bonus

Republic Services • Bishopville, SC

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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 includes 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, helping drivers keep routes running and ensuring equipment is serviced safely and efficiently. It includes on-site and road maintenance, line maintenance welding and fabrication, identifying malfunctions using electronic tools, and completing applicable company training. Other job-related duties may be assigned.

The position offers a $3,500 sign-on bonus and competitive compensation and benefits. Republic Services describes its work as contributing to customers, communities, and environmental goals.

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 on Classes 1–5 light/medium-duty and Class 7–8 heavy-duty trucks, aircraft, or ships.
• Three to five years of technician experience 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); not required.
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL); not required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain working knowledge and moderate proficiency in vehicle components and systems, performing preventive and repair maintenance on-site and on the road.
• Repair and maintain chassis components.
• Repair and maintain refuse bodies, including control, hydraulic, and electrical systems, as well as air and hydraulic braking systems.
• Perform light engine repair and maintenance.
• Repair and maintain suspension, drivetrain, and steering systems.
• Maintain heating and air-conditioning systems.
• Perform line maintenance welding and fabrication.
• Provide road service safely when needed to return company equipment to operation 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 as needed, including replacement, rotation, and tread-depth checks.

Benefits

• $3,500 sign-on bonus.
• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage.
• Dental plans.
• 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).
• Competitive wages and benefits.

What This Job Offers

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