Stationary Equipment Technician
About The Position
The Stationary Equipment Technician performs repairs and maintenance on recycling equipment, compact heavy equipment, and light trucks to maximize safe and productive operations. Typical work includes routine maintenance and repairs on hydraulic systems, industrial electrical systems, 480V balers, conveyor systems, and compactors. The technician may also repair and install plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems, and maintain rolling stock such as forklifts, skid steers, trailers, and front loaders. The role involves diagnosing mechanical problems, interpreting vehicle condition reports or repair orders, coordinating with supervisors and equipment operators to clarify issues, and documenting repairs, parts usage, and time. The technician also completes daily consumables reports for hours, fuel, and oil usage, and follows all safety policies and procedures. Other job-related duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of related equipment maintenance and repair experience, or trade school certification.
Nice To Haves
- PLC troubleshooting and problem-solving ability with practical, mechanical, and electrical aptitude.
- Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Prior experience working with conveyors.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Mechanical or trade school certificate.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose mechanical problems using charts, diagnostic software, technical manuals, and expertise.
- Repair and maintain recycling equipment, compact heavy equipment, and light trucks to maximize safe and productive operations.
- Repair or replace components such as pistons, rods, gears, valves, and bearings using mechanic’s hand tools.
- Replace conveyor belts, electrical motors, hydraulic cylinders, and other mechanical parts.
- Read and interpret vehicle condition reports and/or repair orders, and communicate with supervisors and equipment operators to clarify problems.
- Discuss preventive techniques with equipment users and vehicle drivers to help minimize future repairs.
- Complete paperwork documenting repairs, parts usage, and applied time, including work order times versus time card times.
- Complete daily consumables reports recording hours, fuel, and oil usage for input into Republic Services Dossier fleet management software.
- Repair and install plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems as needed.
- Follow all safety policies and procedures.
- Repair and perform preventive maintenance on rolling stock, including forklifts, skid steers, trailers, and front loaders.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans, and vision coverage.
- Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- 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).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
