Heavy Truck and Equipment Diesel Mechanic B - 2nd Shift

Republic Services•Mt Laurel, NJ

About The Position

With direct supervision from a Lead Technician, Maintenance Supervisor, or Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Technician B repairs and maintains 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 technologically advanced vehicles and includes preventative and repair maintenance both on-site and on the road. The technician may provide road service to return company equipment to safe and efficient operation, diagnose malfunctions using electronic tools, perform line-maintenance welding and fabrication, and complete applicable company training. Other job-related duties may be assigned.

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 for 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

Maintain working knowledge and moderate proficiency in vehicle components and systems, and perform preventative and repair maintenance on-site and on the road.
Repair and maintain chassis components.
Maintain and repair 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 efficiently.
Identify sources of malfunctions using electronic tools.
Complete applicable company training programs.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.