Maintenance Shop Technician B

Republic Services•Cincinnati, OH

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 their 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 may involve performing preventative and repair maintenance on-site or on the road. The technician uses electronic tools to identify malfunctions, provides road service when needed, performs line maintenance welding and fabrication, and completes applicable company training. Other job-related duties may be assigned or apparent. The position works under direct supervision and offers training in new technologies and equipment, a regular shift, 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 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 (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) are a plus but not required.
Commercial Driver’s License is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Maintain a working knowledge and moderate skill 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, including control, hydraulic, electrical, air-braking, 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 malfunction sources 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, as needed.