Heavy Equipment Technician

Republic Services; SOUTH PLAINFIELD (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Disability insurance

Life insurance

EAP

Employee discounts

401(k) match

ESPP

PTO

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking an Heavy Equipment Technician in New Jersey to maintain and repair heavy equipment, diesel and gasoline vehicles, and light service gear. You will diagnose mechanical issues, interpret condition reports, and perform scheduled PMs to maximize uptime and safety.

The role requires ASE certifications and at least 1 year of heavy equipment experience. Expect work on engines, hydraulics, electrics, and emission systems with adherence to safety policies.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge in air brakes, tires, hydraulics, electrical and drive train systems.
• At least 1 year of experience working on heavy equipment.
• Mechanical Trade School certificate or degree.
• Electrical diagnostics certificate.
• Applicable ASE certifications.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical problems on heavy equipment.
• Perform repair or maintenance on electrical, diesel and gasoline vehicles, including compactor, excavator, wheel loader, and other equipment.
• Read and interpret equipment condition reports; communicate defects with supervisor and operators.
• Complete paperwork for repairs, track parts usage and time on work orders.
• Submit daily consumables report recording hours, fuel and oil usage for input into Fleet Management software.
• Collect and interpret analyses from oil sampling and on-board computer data.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Perform overhauls on gas or diesel engines.

Skills

Air brakes

Tires

Hydraulics

Electrical systems

Drive train

Suspension

Wheel-end components

ASE Certification

Welding

Education

Mechanical Trade School certificate

Electrical diagnostics certificate

ASE certifications

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Heavy Equipment Technician performs repairs and maintenance on heavy equipment, compact heavy equipment, light service equipment, and light trucks. Typical repairs include, but are not limited to, preventative maintenance inspections, hydraulic, fuel, exhaust, brakes, suspension, electrical, HVAC, and emission systems.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintains advanced knowledge to diagnose and repair mechanical problems on heavy equipment.

Performs repair or preventative maintenance on electrical, diesel and gasoline vehicles, including compactor, excavator, wheel loader, and other vehicles to maximize safe and productive operations. Typical repairs and maintenance would include work on engines, transmissions, chassis, drivelines and body components, hydraulic, brake, electrical and suspension systems, wheels, tires and undercarriages.

Reads and interprets equipment condition reports and/or repair orders, communicate with supervisor and/or operator for clarification of defects and discuss preventive techniques with operators to minimize future repairs.

Completes paperwork associated with 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.

Collects and interprets analyses from oil sampling, on-board computer, and fleet management software.

Follows all safety policies and procedures.

Performs overhauls on gas or diesel engines.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced knowledge in air brakes, tires, hydraulics, advanced electrical, advanced drive train knowledge, suspension, steering and wheel-end components training as evidenced by ASE Certification.
• At least 1 year of experience as a technician working on heavy equipment.
• Minimum of 1 year of prior experience as a technician working on heavy equipment, demonstrating the ability to service increasingly more challenging maintenance repairs.Mechanical Trade School certificate or degree
• Certificate in electrical diagnostics.
• Applicable ASE certifications.
• Working knowledge of Tier 4 emission systems.
• Welding and/or fabrication skills and/or experience.

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.

Bonus Plan Details (if applicable)

• 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.
• 401(k) 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

The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

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, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. For any concerns relating to Republic Services' commitment to equal opportunity employment, you may contact the AWARE Line at 1-866-3-AWARE-4.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.

In 2025, Republic's total company revenue was $16.6 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $5.3 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills.

Although we operate across North America, the collection, recycling, treatment, or disposal of materials is a local business, and the dynamics and opportunities differ in each mark