Heavy Equipment Technician: Diagnose, Repair & Maintain

Republic Services; Griffin (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & vision

Disability insurance

Life insurance

EAP

401(k) with match

ESPP

PTO

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician to perform repairs and maintenance on heavy and light equipment, including hydraulic, electrical, and emission systems. You will diagnose mechanical problems, interpret reports, document parts usage, and ensure safe, productive operations.

The role requires ASE certifications, experience on Tier 4 emissions, and familiarity with diesel and gas engines, welding, and fabrication.

Qualifications

• ASE certifications demonstrated and advanced knowledge in air brakes, hydraulics, electrical, drive train, suspension.
• Minimum 1 year of experience servicing heavy equipment.
• Trade school certification or degree and electrical diagnostics training.
• Certificate in Tier 4 emission systems and welding/fabrication skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical problems on heavy equipment and related vehicles.
• Perform preventative maintenance on engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Read repair orders and communicate defects with operators for preventive actions.
• Document parts usage and time on work orders and enter data into systems.
• Maintain daily consumables reports and input data into Fleet Management Software.
• Follow safety policies and perform engine overhauls when required.

Skills

Air brakes

Hydraulics

Electrical systems

Drive train

Welding

Education

Mechanical Trade School certificate or degree

Electrical diagnostics certificate

ASE certifications

Job description

Republic Services is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician to perform repairs and maintenance on heavy and light equipment, including hydraulic, electrical, and emission systems. You will diagnose mechanical problems, interpret reports, document parts usage, and ensure safe, productive operations.

The role requires ASE certifications, experience on Tier 4 emissions, and familiarity with diesel and gas engines, welding, and fabrication.