Heavy Equipment Technician - Diagnostics & PM Expert

Republic Services; Kentucky; On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Retirement plan with company match

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Life insurance

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician in Kentucky to repair and maintain heavy equipment, compactors, and light trucks. The role covers hydraulic, diesel, electrical, HVAC, and emission systems, with emphasis on preventive maintenance and diagnostics.

Responsibilities include documenting work, analyzing fault reports, coordinating with operators, and ensuring safety compliance. ASE certifications and OSHA familiarity are required.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience repairing heavy equipment.
• ASE certifications required.
• OSHA Haz Com and Lockout/Tagout knowledge a must.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical problems on heavy equipment.
• Perform maintenance on electrical, diesel and gasoline vehicles including compactors and loaders.
• Read equipment reports, discuss defects with operators and advise preventive measures.
• Complete repair paperwork, track parts usage and timecard entries.
• Collect and interpret oil analyses and fleet data from onboard systems.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures and perform engine overhauls as needed.

Skills

Air brakes

Hydraulics

Electrical diagnostics

Drive train

Welding/fabrication

ASE certifications

OSHA knowledge

Education

Mechanical trade school certificate or degree

Electrical diagnostics certificate

Tools

Dossier fleet software

Job description

Republic Services is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician in Kentucky to repair and maintain heavy equipment, compactors, and light trucks. The role covers hydraulic, diesel, electrical, HVAC, and emission systems, with emphasis on preventive maintenance and diagnostics.

Responsibilities include documenting work, analyzing fault reports, coordinating with operators, and ensuring safety compliance. ASE certifications and OSHA familiarity are required.