Maintenance Shop Technician B
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 involve chassis components, vehicle 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 and includes on-site and road maintenance. It offers training in new technologies and equipment, a regular shift, and opportunities for professional growth and recognition. Republic Services describes itself as an environmental services company providing recycling, waste, special-waste, hazardous-waste, and field services. Its stated commitments include advancing circularity, supporting decarbonization, and helping customers create a more sustainable world.
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 Class 1–5 light/medium-duty and Class 7–8 heavy-duty trucks, aircraft, or ships.
- Three to five years of experience in a technician position 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 of the following systems: suspensions 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 preventive 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, 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.
- Provide road service safely when necessary so Company equipment can be returned to operation safely and efficiently.
- Identify malfunction sources using a variety of electronic tools.
- Complete applicable Company training programs.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.
- May perform basic tire work, including replacement, rotation, and tread-depth checks.
Benefits
- 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 generous company match.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
- Paid Time Off (PTO).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
