Diesel & Heavy Equipment Maintenance Tech

Republic Services; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Dental plans

Vision coverage

Health care spending accounts

Dependent care spending accounts

Disability insurance

Life insurance

EAP

Employee discount programs

Retirement plan with match

ESPP

Paid Time Off

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Job summary

Republic Services is seeking a Maintenance Technician B to repair and maintain diesel and non-diesel equipment and trucks, including chassis, refuse bodies, hydraulic/electrical systems, HVAC, brakes, and engines. You will diagnose multi-system issues and perform preventative maintenance, with on-site and road service as needed.

Under supervision from a Lead Technician or supervisor, you will participate in training and develop skills across heavy-duty vehicle systems for a stable,

Qualifications

• Ability to diagnose multi-system issues and consistently demonstrate technical expertise.
• Basic understanding of work order labor time standards.
• Prior experience with maintenance work on Classes 1-5 light/medium duty and heavy-duty Class 7-8 trucks, aircraft, or ships.
• ASE Certifications (T1-T8) are a plus but not required.
• Commercial Driver’s License is a plus but not required.
• 3-5 Years of experience in a technician position demonstrating knowledge of both gasoline and diesel-powered equipment diagnosis and repair or graduating from an accredited automotive college or technical school within the next 3 months.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a working knowledge of, and moderate skill proficiency in, the following vehicle components and systems, with the ability to perform preventative and repair maintenance functions, 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 that the Company’s equipment is returned to operation safely and efficiently.
• Identifies the source of the malfunctions using a variety of electronic tools.
• Completes applicable Company training programs.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.
• The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required by personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish an employment contract and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

Skills

Multi-system diagnosis

Diesel/gasoline repair

Vehicle maintenance knowledge

Electrical systems

Heavy-duty trucks knowledge

ASE T1-T8 a plus

CDL a plus

3-5 years experience

Education

Accredited automotive college or technical school (in next 3 months)

Tools

Job description

Republic Services is seeking a Maintenance Technician B to repair and maintain diesel and non-diesel equipment and trucks, including chassis, refuse bodies, hydraulic/electrical systems, HVAC, brakes, and engines. You will diagnose multi-system issues and perform preventative maintenance, with on-site and road service as needed.

Under supervision from a Lead Technician or supervisor, you will participate in training and develop skills across heavy-duty vehicle systems for a stable,