Maintenance Shop Technician B 3,000 INCENTIVE!!!

Republic Services•Shreveport, LA

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 may include chassis components; vehicle refuse bodies and 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 tire replacement, rotation, and tread-depth checks. The role supports a single fleet of advanced vehicles and may involve preventative and repair maintenance both on-site and on the road. The technician performs line maintenance welding and fabrication, provides road service when needed, and uses electronic tools to identify sources of malfunction. The position includes completing applicable company training programs and other job-related duties as assigned or apparent. The posting also highlights training in new technologies and equipment, a regular shift, competitive wages and benefits, 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 heavy-duty Class 7–8 trucks, aircraft, or ships.
Three to five years of experience in a technician position 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, but not all, of the listed heavy-truck or automotive systems: suspension and steering; general engine; transmissions; brakes; electrical; hydraulics; drivetrain; and diesel emissions.

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

Maintain working knowledge and moderate skill proficiency in assigned vehicle components and systems; perform preventative and repair maintenance on-site and on the road.
Repair and maintain chassis components.
Maintain and repair refuse bodies, including control, hydraulic, and electrical systems, 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.
Safely provide road service when necessary to return company equipment to operation.
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, such as replacement, rotation, and tread-depth checks.