Diesel Technician - 2nd Shift - Heavy Duty Trucks

Republic Services•Mt Laurel, NJ

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, such as replacement, rotation, and tread-depth checks. This role maintains and repairs a single fleet of technically advanced vehicles and equipment, supports drivers on their routes, and may provide on-site or road service. The position offers a regular shift in a stable industry, training in new technologies and equipment, and opportunities for 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 technician experience 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 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

Perform preventative and repair maintenance on vehicle components and systems, on-site and on the road.
Repair and maintain chassis components.
Maintain refuse bodies, including their control, hydraulic, and electrical systems, and maintain air and hydraulic braking systems.
Perform light engine repair and maintenance.
Maintain suspension, drivetrain, and steering systems.
Maintain 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.