Heavy Equipment Technician: Diagnostics & Overhaul Expert

Republic Services; Lancaster (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Dental and vision coverage

Short- and long-term disability

Life insurance

Retirement plan with match

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician to diagnose and repair heavy and light equipment across our fleet. You will perform preventive maintenance, service electrical and hydraulic systems, and communicate findings to operators to prevent recurring issues.

The role requires ASE certification and experience with diesel engines, transmissions, and drive trains, with emphasis on safety and accurate maintenance documentation.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of air brakes, tires, hydraulics, electrical and drive train systems.
• Proven ability to diagnose and repair heavy equipment and vehicles including engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Will follow safety policies, perform paperwork, and use fleet software for maintenance logging.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair heavy equipment and service trucks to ensure safe operation.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections on diesel/gas engines, transmissions, and subsystems.
• Read repair orders, document parts usage, and record labor times accurately.
• Communicate defects and preventive techniques with operators to minimize future repairs.

Skills

Air brakes

Tires

Hydraulics

Electrical diagnostics

Drive train

Suspension

Wheel-end

ASE Certification

Education

Mechanical trade school

Electrical diagnostics certificate

ASE certifications

Job description

Republic Services is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician to diagnose and repair heavy and light equipment across our fleet. You will perform preventive maintenance, service electrical and hydraulic systems, and communicate findings to operators to prevent recurring issues.

The role requires ASE certification and experience with diesel engines, transmissions, and drive trains, with emphasis on safety and accurate maintenance documentation.