Maintenance Tech B

Republic Services•Stevensville, MI

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, refuse bodies and their control systems, hydraulic and electrical systems, air brakes, general engine work, HVAC, suspension, drivetrain, and steering systems. The technician may also perform basic tire work, including replacement, rotation, and tread-depth checks. The role supports drivers and fleet operations by maintaining and repairing vehicles and machinery, identifying malfunctions with electronic tools, and providing safe road service when needed. The position includes company training and opportunities to work with advanced equipment and technologies.

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 on Classes 1–5 light/medium-duty and Class 7–8 heavy-duty 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) of these systems: suspensions and steering; general engine; transmissions; brakes; electrical; hydraulics; drivetrain; and diesel emissions.

Nice To Haves

Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications (T1–T8); a plus but not required.
Commercial Driver’s License; a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on vehicle components and systems, on-site and on the road.
Repair and maintain chassis components.
Maintain and repair refuse bodies and their 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 to return company equipment to operation.
Identify sources of malfunctions using electronic tools.
Complete applicable company training programs.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.
Perform basic tire work, such as replacement, tire rotation, and tread-depth checks.