EXPERIENCED DIESEL TRUCK/FLEET MECHANIC

Republic Services•Flowood, MS

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. The 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, helping keep equipment in operation and supporting drivers on their routes. It includes preventative and repair maintenance both on-site and on the road, line-maintenance welding and fabrication, electronic troubleshooting, and completion of applicable company training. Other job-related duties may be assigned. The position description is not an exhaustive list of duties and may change at the company’s discretion.

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 Class 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 for 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; not required.
Commercial Driver’s License; not required.

Responsibilities

Maintain working knowledge and moderate proficiency in vehicle components and systems, and perform preventative and repair maintenance on-site and on the road.
Repair and maintain chassis components.
Maintain refuse bodies and their control, hydraulic, and electrical systems, as well as air and hydraulic braking systems.
Perform light engine repair and maintenance.
Maintain suspension, drivetrain, and steering systems.
Maintain heating and air-conditioning systems.
Perform line-maintenance welding and fabrication.
Provide road service safely when needed to return company equipment to operation safely and efficiently.
Identify sources of malfunctions using 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.