Heavy Equipment Technician

Republic Services; Sorrento (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Retirement plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Republic Services in Sorrento, Louisiana is seeking a Heavy Equipment - PM Maintenance Technician to conduct preventive maintenance and repairs on trucks and heavy equipment. The ideal candidate should possess a Mechanical Trade School certificate and have at least 1 year of experience in a technician role with knowledge of OSHA regulations. Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and retirement plans, are offered along with paid time off. Join us to ensure safe and productive operations through effective maintenance practices.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in a technician position with OSHA knowledge.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance and basic repairs.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and basic repairs on vehicles.
• Inspect and maintain equipment, ensuring safety and functionality.
• Complete paperwork on maintenance services and repairs.

Skills

Basic computer skills (MS Excel)

Knowledge of OSHA regulations

Education

Mechanical Trade School certificate or degree

Job description

Position Summary

Heavy Equipment - Preventive Maintenance (PM) Maintenance Technician performs preventive maintenance service on all types of trucks and/or equipment, including diesel and non-diesel, to maximize safe and productive operations. The primary purpose of the Heavy Equipment - PM Maintenance Technician is to focus on preventative maintenance and other mechanic type tasks and services.

Principal Responsibilities

• Performs preventative maintenance and basic repairs on electrical, diesel and gasoline vehicles, including compactor, excavator, wheel loader, and other vehicles to maximize safe and productive operations.
• Inspects truck and/or heavy equipment for condition, operation and fluid levels. Identifies and designates problems with equipment.
• Power washes equipment as is necessary.
• Checks, fills and changes appropriate fluids for all vehicle parts including engine, transmission, differentials, final drives, pump drives and hubs.
• Greases, oils and lubricates components during preventive maintenance service.
• Performs adjustments to various systems during preventive maintenance service.
• Maintains and/or changes air, oil, coolant and fuel filters.
• Performs cooling systems maintenance.
• Checks safety equipment on truck and/or equipment.
• Inspects tires according to Republic Services Tire Maintenance Standards.
• Completes paperwork associated with preventive maintenance services and repairing equipment, documenting parts usage and accounting for applied times (i.e., work order times compared to time card times).
• Completes daily consumables report to record hours, fuel and oil usage, and provide information for input into Dossier, Republic Services Fleet Management Software system.
• Drives truck and/or equipment in and out of repair area.
• Follows all safety policies and procedures.
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills as demonstrated by knowledge of and ability to use MS Excel and word processing applications.
• During employment, a technician may be required to complete the Republic PM Program and the One Fleet Republic Way program or any other relevant and applicable training program.
• Mechanical Trade School certificate or degree.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a technician position requiring knowledge and application of OSHA Haz Com; OSHA Lock Out Tag Out and all OSHA Fire Protection regulations.

Rewarding Compensation and Benefits

Eligible employees can elect to participate in:

• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short‑and‑long‑term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• Retirement plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Benefits: https://jobs.republicservices.com/us/en/about-us/benefits

EEO STATEMENT: Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.