Maintenance Shop Tech B

Republic Services•Salinas, CA

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 their control systems, hydraulic and electrical systems, air brake systems, 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 works on a single fleet of advanced equipment, supporting drivers and keeping vehicles safe and operational. It includes opportunities to learn new technologies and equipment, work a regular shift in a stable industry, and pursue professional growth. Road service may be required. The role also involves completing applicable company training and other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.

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-position 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; not required.

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.
Maintain and repair refuse bodies, including control, hydraulic, electrical, and 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.
Provide road service safely when necessary 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, including replacement, rotation, and tread-depth checks.