Maintenance Tech B

Republic Services • Stevensville, MI

9d

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 role may also include basic tire work, such as replacement, rotation, and tread-depth checks. The technician supports drivers and keeps company equipment operating safely and efficiently, including by providing road service when necessary. The position offers work on a single fleet with state-of-the-art equipment and training in new technologies and equipment.

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 heavy-truck or automotive systems, including 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

• 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.
• Perform preventative and repair maintenance functions on-site and on the road.
• 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, and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• 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).
• Competitive wages and benefits.
• Training in new technologies and equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed