DoD SkillBridge - Industrial Maintenance Technician

Republic Services; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking a Polymer Center Technician B to perform essential repairs and maintenance on manufacturing equipment. This role supports transitioning veterans through the DOD SkillBridge Program, providing a unique opportunity to gain industry experience while receiving military compensation. The position involves ensuring safe operations and maintaining productivity through effective task management and communication.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Health care and dependent care spending accounts

Short- and long-term disability insurance

Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee discount programs

Retirement plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Qualifications

• Currently serving Active Duty U.S. Armed Forces Servicemember.
• Must be within one year of End of Active Service transition date.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and maintenance on sorting, grinding, and washing equipment.
• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

Skills

Communication

Task Management

Motivation

Adaptability

Job description

Republic Services is a proud industry partner of the Department of Defense SkillBridge Program, supporting transitioning veterans in finding their next career opportunity. This program is open to all ranks, enlisted or officers, and allows participants to use up to 180 days of service for training with an industry partner. During participation, military compensation and benefits continue, subject to unit commander approval and mission requirements.

About You

1. Must be currently serving, Active Duty, U.S. Armed Forces Servicemember
2. Must be within one year of your End of Active Service transition date
3. Strong written and verbal communication skills
4. Ability to learn and participate in a fast-paced environment
5. Effective task management skills
6. High level of motivation
7. Great attitude and desire to learn and grow

Position Overview

The Polymer Center Technician B performs repairs and maintenance on sorting, grinding, and washing equipment to ensure safe and productive operations. Responsibilities include preventive and corrective maintenance of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems of Polymer Center manufacturing equipment.

Rewarding Compensation and Benefits

The Department of Defense (DOD) SkillBridge program supports military members during their last 180 days of active duty. Participants remain under military pay and benefits during the program. Post-completion, opportunities exist to apply for paid positions at Republic Services with benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee discount programs
• Retirement plan with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Note: The statements herein describe the general responsibilities and are not exhaustive. Responsibilities may change at the company's discretion.

EEO Statement: Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.