Diesel Technician: Advanced Fleet Maintenance

Republic Services; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking a Maintenance Technician B to repair and maintain diesel and non-diesel trucks and refuse bodies across our fleet. You will diagnose multi-system issues, service brakes, HVAC, engines, and electrical systems, and perform on-road road service when required.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years of technician experience or a recent automotive program graduate, with ASE T1–T8 as a bonus and a valid driver’s license. CDL is a plus.

Qualifications

• Diagnose multi-system issues and apply technical expertise.
• Basic ability to perform inspections with limited supervision.
• 3–5 years in a technician role for gasoline/diesel equipment or recent graduate from automotive program.
• ASE Certifications (T1–T8) are a plus but not required.
• CDL is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain chassis components and refuse bodies; control, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Service air brakes, suspensions, drivetrains, steering, and HVAC components.
• Perform line welding and basic fabrication; provide safe road service when needed.
• Identify malfunctions using electronic tools and maintain equipment to operation standards.

Skills

Multi-system diagnosis

Inspection

Diesel/gas engine repair

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Education

Automotive college/technical school graduate

High school diploma or auto tech training

Tools

Electronic diagnostic tools

Job description

Republic Services is seeking a Maintenance Technician B to repair and maintain diesel and non-diesel trucks and refuse bodies across our fleet. You will diagnose multi-system issues, service brakes, HVAC, engines, and electrical systems, and perform on-road road service when required.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years of technician experience or a recent automotive program graduate, with ASE T1–T8 as a bonus and a valid driver’s license. CDL is a plus.