Container Shop Technician

Republic Services; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Disability insurance

Life insurance

EAP

Employee discounts

Retirement plan with match

ESPP

PTO

Job summary

Republic Services in New York is seeking a Technician, Container Shop to perform repairs, maintenance and installation of compactors and other stationary equipment. You will work with hydraulics, electrical systems and welding fabrication to keep operations safe and productive.

Responsibilities include inspections, diagnostics, preventive maintenance, reading schematics, welding, and accurate documentation. A focus on safety and on-time completion of scheduled jobs is required.

Qualifications

• Equipment maintenance and repair experience required.
• Welding and/or fabrication skills or experience required.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections, diagnostic tests, preventive maintenance and repairs on compactors and stationary equipment.
• Reads electrical schematics and diagnoses electrical problems on equipment.
• Reads hydraulic schematics and repairs hydraulic issues.
• Performs or assists with installation of equipment.
• Performs welding and fabrication as needed.
• Keeps accurate records of repairs and service performed.
• Adheres to safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Welding

Fabrication

Electrical schematics

Hydraulic schematics

Hand tools

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Technician, Container Shop performs repairs, maintenance and installation of compactors and other stationary equipment. The Technician, Container Shop typically performs works on hydraulics, basic electrical operations, and welding fabrication in order to maximize safe and productive operations.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs inspections, conduct diagnostic tests, preventative maintenance, and repairs on varied types of compactors, and other stationary equipment.
• Reads electrical schematics. Diagnoses and repairs electrical problems on equipment using both single and three phase AC voltage -- including working with high-voltage electricity.
• Reads hydraulic schematics. Diagnose and repair hydraulic issues on equipment.
• Maintains knowledge of proper installation of compactors, and other types of stationary equipment. Perform or assist with installations as scheduled and meets relevant deadlines.
• Performs welding and fabrication work as needed.
• Ensures and maintains efficiencies so that all scheduled jobs can be handled in a given day.
• Completes paperwork and/or enters data associated with repairing relevant equipment in an accurate and timely manner.
• Follows all safety policies and procedures.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.
• Knowledge of basic and advanced hand tools.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Equipment maintenance and repair experience.
• Welding and/or fabrication skills and/or experience.

Rewarding Compensation and Benefits

Eligible employees can elect to participate in:

• 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 & 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)
• Benefits: https://jobs.republicservices.com/us/en/about-us/benefits

The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

EEO STATEMENT

Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. For any concerns relating to Republic Services' commitment to equal opportunity employment, you may contact the AWARE Line at 1-866-3-AWARE-4.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.

In 2025, Republic's total company revenue was $16.6 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $5.3 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills.

Although we operate across North America, the collection, recycling, treatment, or disposal of materials is a local business, and the dynamics and opportunities differ in each market we serve. By combining local operational management with standardized business practices, we drive greater operating efficiencies across the company while maintaining day-to-day operational decisions at the local level, closest to the customer.

Our customers, including small businesses, major corporations and municipalities, want a partner with the expertise and capabilities to effectively manage their multiple recycling and waste streams. They choose Republic Services because we are committed to exceeding their expectations and helping them achieve their sustainability goals. Our 42,000 team members understand that it's not just what we do that matters, but how we do it.

Our company values guide our daily actions:

• Safe : We protect the livelihoods of our colleagues and communities.
• Committed to Serve : We go above and beyond to exceed our customers' expectations.
• Environmentally Responsible: We take action to improve our environment.
• Driven : We deliver results in the right way.
• Human-Centered: We respect the dignity and unique potent