Diesel Technician Apprentice: Paid Training & Mentorship

Republic Services; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition-free training

Paid in-shop training

Leadership development

Subsidized housing during training

Guaranteed full-time position on grad.

Tools and boots provided

Job summary

Republic Services invites aspiring Technicians to join its Technician Apprenticeship program, a two-year paid training path that blends in-shop instruction with hands-on experience. The program starts with several weeks of in-class training in Dallas, followed by on-the-job training across our U.S. network.

Graduates earn entry-level technician credentials and advance within the company. Participants will learn electrical diagnostics, A/C and heating components, wheel end systems, air and

Qualifications

• Commitment to completing a two-year apprenticeship.
• Interest in engineering and technology.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including some nights/weekends/holidays.
• Willingness to travel to Dallas, TX for training.
• Willingness to live in Dallas, TX for 9 weeks of in-person training.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on diesel and non-diesel equipment and trucks.
• Diagnose electrical starting and charging systems.
• Identify and inspect air conditioning, wheel end, air system, and hydraulic components.
• Support apprenticeship trainees in gaining hands-on technical skills and knowledge.

Skills

Logical problem solving

Interest in engineering

Flexible schedule

Willingness to travel

Job description

Republic Services invites aspiring Technicians to join its Technician Apprenticeship program, a two-year paid training path that blends in-shop instruction with hands-on experience. The program starts with several weeks of in-class training in Dallas, followed by on-the-job training across our U.S. network.

Graduates earn entry-level technician credentials and advance within the company. Participants will learn electrical diagnostics, A/C and heating components, wheel end systems, air and