Heavy Equipment Technician: Diesel & Hydraulics Expert

Republic Services; Pontiac (IL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Republic Services in Pontiac, IL is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician to perform repairs and maintenance on heavy equipment, light service equipment, and light trucks. This role covers hydraulics, electrical, HVAC and emission systems to maximize safe and productive operations.

The ideal candidate has ASE certification and OSHA safety knowledge, plus experience with Tier 4 emission systems, welding or fabrication skills, and experience documenting work and parts in fleet management software.

Qualifications

• ASE certifications and advanced knowledge of air brakes, hydraulics, electrical and drive train systems.
• Minimum of 1 year experience on heavy equipment with progressively challenging maintenance.
• Trade school certificate or degree in mechanical field and electrical diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical problems on heavy equipment and related vehicles.
• Perform preventive maintenance on engines, hydraulics, brakes, electrical and emission systems.
• Read repair orders, document parts usage and hours; communicate defects and preventive techniques.
• Operate and maintain fleet management reporting in Dossier system.
• Comply with safety policies and perform engine overhauls as needed.

Skills

ASE Certification

OSHA Haz Com / LOTO

Heavy equipment knowledge

Welding / fabrication

Education

Mechanical Trade School certificate or degree

Tools

Dossier Fleet Management Software

On-board computer diagnostics

Job description

Republic Services in Pontiac, IL is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician to perform repairs and maintenance on heavy equipment, light service equipment, and light trucks. This role covers hydraulics, electrical, HVAC and emission systems to maximize safe and productive operations.

The ideal candidate has ASE certification and OSHA safety knowledge, plus experience with Tier 4 emission systems, welding or fabrication skills, and experience documenting work and parts in fleet management software.