Heavy Equipment Technician: Diagnostics, Overhauls & PM

Republic Services; Science Hill (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan with match

ESPP

PTO

Dental and vision coverage

Job summary

Republic Services in the United States is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician to inspect, repair and maintain heavy equipment, diesel and gasoline vehicles, including compact and light service gear. You will perform preventative maintenance and diagnose mechanical issues on engines, hydraulics, electrical and emission systems.

The role requires documenting parts usage, labor times, and communicating with supervisors and operators.

Qualifications

• ASE certifications or equivalent training.
• Experience with heavy equipment maintenance and diagnostics.
• Trade school certificate or degree in a mechanical field.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical problems on heavy equipment and diesel/gasoline vehicles.
• Perform preventive maintenance on engines, hydraulics, electrical and emission systems.
• Record parts usage and hours, and communicate defects with supervisors.
• Complete daily consumables reports and input data into fleet software.
• Follow all safety policies and perform overhauls on engines when required.

Skills

Air brakes

Hydraulics

Electrical systems

Drive train

Welding

Safety procedures

Emissions systems

Education

Mechanical Trade School

Electrical diagnostics certificate

ASE certifications

Tools

Dossier Fleet Management Software

Job description

Republic Services in the United States is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician to inspect, repair and maintain heavy equipment, diesel and gasoline vehicles, including compact and light service gear. You will perform preventative maintenance and diagnose mechanical issues on engines, hydraulics, electrical and emission systems.

The role requires documenting parts usage, labor times, and communicating with supervisors and operators.