Heavy Equipment Technician: Diesel & Hydraulics Expert

Republic Services; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician in the United States to diagnose and repair heavy and light equipment, including hydraulic and electrical systems. The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, safety, and accurate documentation of parts usage and labor times.

Ideal candidates have ASE certifications and at least one year of experience on heavy equipment, with knowledge of Tier 4 emissions and welding/fabrication skills beneficial.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge in air brakes, tires, hydraulics, electrical and drive train systems.
• Qualification through ASE Certification required.
• 1+ year of experience servicing heavy equipment as a technician.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical problems on heavy equipment and vehicles.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on engines, transmissions, brakes, hydraulics and electrical systems.
• Read equipment reports and communicate defects with supervisors and operators to minimize future repairs.
• Document repair times, parts usage and work orders; maintain fleet software records.
• Perform overhauls on gas or diesel engines.

Skills

Air brakes

Tires

Hydraulics

Electrical

Drive train

Suspension

Steering

Wheel-end components

Education

Mechanical trades certificate/degree

Electrical diagnostics certificate

ASE certifications

Job description

Republic Services is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician in the United States to diagnose and repair heavy and light equipment, including hydraulic and electrical systems. The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, safety, and accurate documentation of parts usage and labor times.

Ideal candidates have ASE certifications and at least one year of experience on heavy equipment, with knowledge of Tier 4 emissions and welding/fabrication skills beneficial.