Industrial Equipment Technician - Field Maintenance

Republic Services; Kenedy (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision plans

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan with match

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking a Rental Equipment Technician to perform daily inspection, testing, and minor servicing of industrial equipment, including roll-off boxes, frac tanks, and berms. The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and timely documentation of inspections and repairs.

Responsibilities include basic repairs (welding where needed), equipment movement using forklifts, and professional interactions with customers and vendors.

Qualifications

• PPE use familiarity.
• Confined space awareness training.
• Experience in mechanical, environmental or industrial shop settings.
• Knowledge of industrial storage equipment (roll-off boxes, frac tanks, berms).
• Experience with welding equipment (certification not required).
• Current respirator fit-tested status or ability to obtain one.
• Experience operating pressure washing units up to 3,500 psi.
• Ability to pass company forklift training.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain equipment per company and manufacturer standards.
• Complete documentation and data entry for inspections and repairs.
• Perform atmospheric testing using air quality monitors and ensure safe interiors.
• Enter data and maintain records; comply with CSE processes for confined spaces.
• Carry out minor repairs, including welding where needed, and operate forklifts and yard mules.
• Communicate effectively with customers and vendors while prioritizing workload.

Skills

Safety compliance

Communication

SDS reading

Team collaboration

Tools

Welding equipment

Pressure washing units

Respirator fit-testing tools

Job description

Republic Services is seeking a Rental Equipment Technician to perform daily inspection, testing, and minor servicing of industrial equipment, including roll-off boxes, frac tanks, and berms. The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and timely documentation of inspections and repairs.

Responsibilities include basic repairs (welding where needed), equipment movement using forklifts, and professional interactions with customers and vendors.