Heavy Equipment Technician: Expert Diagnostics & Repairs

Republic Services; Buckeye (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician to repair and maintain heavy equipment, compact and light fleet. Responsibilities include diagnosing mechanical issues, performing preventative maintenance, and ensuring safe, productive operations across engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems.

The role requires ASE certifications, 1+ year of heavy equipment experience, and a trade school certificate or degree. Familiarity with Tier 4 emissions and welding is a plus.

Qualifications

• ASE certification evidence for advanced drive training and components.
• Minimum 1 year of heavy equipment technician experience.
• Trade school certificate or degree required.
• Electrical diagnostics certification and ASE certifications preferred.
• Knowledge of Tier 4 emission systems and welding/fabrication skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair heavy equipment and related hydraulic, electrical, and engine systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on electrical, diesel and gasoline vehicles.
• Document parts usage and labor times; review work orders with supervisors.
• Record hours, fuel, oil usage, and input data into fleet software.
• Interpret oil analyses and on-board diagnostics to guide repairs.
• Follow all safety policies and complete engine overhauls as needed.

Skills

Air brakes

Tires

Hydraulics

Electrical diagnostics

Tier 4 emissions

ASE certifications

Welding fabrication

Diesel engines

Heavy equipment

Education

Mechanical Trade School certificate or degree

Electrical diagnostics certificate

Applicable ASE certifications

Tools

Dossier Fleet Management Software

Job description

Republic Services is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician to repair and maintain heavy equipment, compact and light fleet. Responsibilities include diagnosing mechanical issues, performing preventative maintenance, and ensuring safe, productive operations across engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems.

The role requires ASE certifications, 1+ year of heavy equipment experience, and a trade school certificate or degree. Familiarity with Tier 4 emissions and welding is a plus.