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 include 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, such as replacement, rotation, and tread-depth checks. The role supports drivers by maintaining a single fleet that includes advanced vehicles and equipment. It offers a regular shift in a stable industry, training in new technologies and equipment, opportunities for professional growth, and recognition for strong performance. Technicians may perform preventative and repair maintenance on-site and on the road, and safely provide road service when needed to return company equipment to operation.
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 technician 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).
- Commercial Driver’s License.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and repair 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 safe road service when necessary to return company equipment to operation safely and 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, such as replacement, rotation, and tread-depth checks.
- Perform preventative and repair maintenance functions on-site and on the road.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical benefits coverage
- Dental plans
- Vision coverage
- Health care and dependent care spending accounts
- Short- and long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee discount programs
- 401(k) plan with a generous company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Competitive wages and benefits
- Training in new technologies and equipment
- Opportunities for professional growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
