Heavy Equipment Technician: Diesel, Hydraulics & Diagnostics

Republic Services; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Retirement plan with company match

Employee stock purchase

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician to diagnose and repair heavy equipment, light trucks, and related systems. You will perform preventive maintenance, electrical and HVAC work, and overhauls as needed to keep fleets safe and productive.

Prospective candidates should have ASE certifications, trade school training, and experience with Tier 4 emissions, hydraulics, and drive trains. Safety compliance and accurate record-keeping are essential.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge in air brakes, tires, hydraulics, advanced electrical, suspension and drive train.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing heavy equipment and diesel/gas engines.
• Welding or fabrication skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical problems on heavy equipment and vehicles.
• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections to maximize uptime.
• Document parts usage and time on work orders and input data into fleet software.

Skills

Air brakes

Hydraulics

Electrical diagnostics

Drive train

Safety compliance

ASE certification

Education

Mechanical Trade School certificate

Electrical diagnostics certificate

ASE certifications

Tools

Welding tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Republic Services is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician to diagnose and repair heavy equipment, light trucks, and related systems. You will perform preventive maintenance, electrical and HVAC work, and overhauls as needed to keep fleets safe and productive.

Prospective candidates should have ASE certifications, trade school training, and experience with Tier 4 emissions, hydraulics, and drive trains. Safety compliance and accurate record-keeping are essential.