Fleet Preventive Maintenance Technician

Rumpke Waste & Recycling; Norwood, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

Rumpke Waste & Recycling is looking for a Vehicle Preventive Maintenance Technician in Norwood, OH. You will perform preventive maintenance on our fleet, inspect systems, and assist senior technicians to keep vehicles running safely and reliably.

The role requires mechanical aptitude, basic computer skills, and the ability to follow maintenance schedules. Candidates should be comfortable working outdoors, with physical duties, and a commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude with basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repair.
• Familiarity with computers, repair manuals, wiring diagrams and schematics to troubleshoot vehicle systems.
• Good written and verbal communication skills to interact with internal and external customers.
• Must possess tools to perform assigned tasks.
• 1–2 years repair/maintenance experience preferred.
• Diesel vehicle experience preferred.
• General knowledge of truck components and systems.
• Knowledge of Lock/Tag Out procedures or ability to learn them.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance of fleet vehicles safely per regulations and company policies.
• Inspect, lubricate, and service all fleet vehicles per maintenance schedules.
• Grease, oil and lubricate components during preventive maintenance service.
• Check, fill, and change fluids and filters for fleet vehicles.
• Inspect vehicle electrical, air, and brake systems.
• Perform minor repairs and adjustments to operating systems on vehicles/equipment.
• Assist senior technicians with repairs and maintenance assignments.
• Identify and repair or report worn or failed components or leaks.
• Maintain records (time, maintenance orders and parts usage) on computer/tablet.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Ensure all safety devices on vehicles are in good working order.
• Assist in other areas of the vehicle maintenance shop as needed.
• Maintain housekeeping and organization of tools and shop area.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Computer literacy

Electrical diagrams

Communication skills

Tools ownership

Education

General Education Diploma or better

High School or better

Job description

Rumpke Waste & Recycling is looking for a Vehicle Preventive Maintenance Technician in Norwood, OH. You will perform preventive maintenance on our fleet, inspect systems, and assist senior technicians to keep vehicles running safely and reliably.

The role requires mechanical aptitude, basic computer skills, and the ability to follow maintenance schedules. Candidates should be comfortable working outdoors, with physical duties, and a commitment to safety.