Heavy Equipment Technician — Diagnostics & Repairs

Republic Services; Griffin (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Dental and vision coverage

Retirement plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain a range of heavy and light equipment and vehicles. You will perform preventive maintenance, electrical and hydraulic repairs, and engine overhauls while documenting parts usage and labor times.

The role requires ASE certifications, Tier 4 emission system knowledge, and experience on heavy equipment. Safety compliance and accurate reporting are essential for day-to-day operations.

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.
• 1 year of experience as a technician on heavy equipment; ability to service challenging maintenance repairs.
• Certificate in electrical diagnostics; applicable ASE certifications; knowledge of Tier 4 emission systems.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical problems on heavy equipment.
• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on electrical, diesel, and gasoline vehicles and equipment.
• Read and interpret equipment condition reports and communicate defects and preventive techniques to operators.
• Complete repair paperwork, track parts usage, and record labor times.
• Record hours, fuel, and oil usage; input data into fleet management software.
• Collect and interpret analyses from oil sampling and onboard computer data.
• Follow safety policies and procedures.
• Overhaul gas or diesel engines.

Skills

Air brakes

Tires

Hydraulics

Electrical diagnostics

Drive train

Suspension

Steering

Wheel-end components

Welding/fabrication

ASE Certification

Education

Mechanical Trade School certificate or degree

Tools

Tier 4 emission systems

Welding equipment

Job description

Republic Services is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain a range of heavy and light equipment and vehicles. You will perform preventive maintenance, electrical and hydraulic repairs, and engine overhauls while documenting parts usage and labor times.

The role requires ASE certifications, Tier 4 emission system knowledge, and experience on heavy equipment. Safety compliance and accurate reporting are essential for day-to-day operations.