Diesel & Heavy‑Duty Technician (On‑Site)

Water Otter Job Board; Michigan; On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Dental & vision plans

Retirement plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Republic Services seeks a Maintenance Technician B to repair and maintain diesel and non-diesel equipment and trucks, including chassis, refuse bodies, braking and electrical systems, engines, HVAC, suspension, and drive trains. The role involves on-site and road service, with ongoing training in new technologies.

Candidates should have 3–5 years of experience or be a graduate of an automotive program, and a valid driver's license is preferred. ASE T1–T8 is a plus.

Qualifications

• Ability to diagnose multi-system issues and consistently demonstrate technical expertise.
• ASE Certifications (T1-T8) are a plus but not required.
• Commercial Driver’s License is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains working knowledge of vehicle components and systems and performs preventative/repair maintenance on-site and on the road.
• Chassis component repair and maintenance.
• Refuse bodies, including control, hydraulic and electrical systems; and air and hydraulic braking systems.
• Light engine repair and maintenance.
• Suspension, drivetrain and steering systems.
• Heating and air conditioning.
• Performs line maintenance welding and fabrication.
• Safely provides road service when necessary to ensure equipment is returned to operation safely and efficiently.
• Identifies root causes using electronic tools.
• Completes applicable Company training programs.

Skills

Multi-system diagnosis

Heavy-duty truck tech

Brake systems

Electrical systems

HVAC basics

Education

Automotive technician program

Automotive college graduate (within 3 months)

Job description

Republic Services seeks a Maintenance Technician B to repair and maintain diesel and non-diesel equipment and trucks, including chassis, refuse bodies, braking and electrical systems, engines, HVAC, suspension, and drive trains. The role involves on-site and road service, with ongoing training in new technologies.

Candidates should have 3–5 years of experience or be a graduate of an automotive program, and a valid driver's license is preferred. ASE T1–T8 is a plus.