Industrial Maintenance Technician - B

Republic Services; Indianapolis, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision coverage

Retirement plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Republic Services' Polymer Center Technician B role focuses on keeping sorting, grinding, and washing equipment running safely and efficiently. You will diagnose and repair mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, and complete field service reports to support maintenance and asset management.

The job requires welding/fabrication skills, PLC programming knowledge, and a valid driver's license, with opportunities to work with a broad range of polymers processing equipment in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience on equipment in manufacturing or distribution.
• Welding and/or fabrication skills are preferred.
• PLC programming experience is a plus.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Mechanical, electrical, or trade school certificate is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs repairs and preventive maintenance on sorting, grinding, and washing equipment to maximize safe and productive operations.
• Diagnoses mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues and uses diagnostic software and manuals.
• Completes field service reports and works with work orders to replace worn parts.
• Installs and sets up new equipment; communicates maintenance schedules with vendors and supervisors.
• Maintains safety procedures and supports maintenance related to plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems as needed.

Skills

Welding

Fabrication

Mechanical troubleshooting

Education

Trade school certificate

Tools

PLC Programming

Job description

**POSITION SUMMARY:** The Polymer Center Technician B performs repairs and maintenance on sorting, grinding, and washing equipment to maximize safe and productive operations. Typical activities include but are not limited to, preventive and corrective maintenance and repair of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems of Polymer Center manufacturing equipment.**PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Maintains expert knowledge of, and advanced working proficiency in diagnoses of mechanical problems using diagnostic software, and technical manuals.* Performs repairs and maintenance on Polymer Center equipment, such as conveyors, screens, reducers, balers, optical sorting units, air drum separators, compactors, magnets, dust collectors, metering bins, ballistic separators, delabelers, dewiring equipment, grinders/granulators, PET wash line equipment, optical flake sorting equipment, bulk material handling equipment, and others to maximize safe and productive operations. Typical repairs include, but are not limited to, routine maintenance and repair of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.* Repairs or replaces parts as directed by a work order system. Completes field service reports in a work order system.* Overhauls or replaces machine components and replace worn items.* Communicates with supervisor and/or equipment operators for clarification of problems. May discuss preventive techniques with equipment users to minimize future repairs.* Independently troubleshoots and maintains complex electromechanical equipment.* Completes daily consumables report to record hours, fuel and oil usage, and provides information for input in Republic Services Dossier (Asset Management Software) system.* Performs preventative maintenance according to standard schedules.* May maintain, repair and install plumbing, electrical, HVAC, odor systems, and negative pressure systems.* Installs and sets up new equipment and communicate with vendors regarding maintenance schedules.* Follows all safety policies and procedures.* Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:*** Welding and/or fabrication skills and/or experience.* PLC Programming experience.* Valid driver's license.* Mechanical, electrical, or trade school certificate**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:*** Minimum of 1 year of experience working on equipment in a manufacturing or distribution environment.**Rewarding Compensation and Benefits**Eligible employees can elect to participate in:- Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.- Health care and dependent care spending accounts.- Short- and long-term disability.- Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).- Employee discount programs.- Retirement plan with a generous company match.- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).- Paid Time Off (PTO)- Benefits:*The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.*EEO STATEMENT:Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. For any concerns relating to Republic Services' commitment to equal opportunity employment, you may contact the AWARE Line at 1-866-3-AWARE-4.**ABOUT THE COMPANY**Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.In 2025, Republic's total company revenue was $16.6 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $5.3 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills.Although we operate across North America, the collection, recycling, treatment, or disposal of materials is a local business, and the dynamics and opportunities differ in each market we serve. By combining local operational management with standardized business practices, we drive greater operating efficiencies across the company while maintaining day-to-day operational decisions at the local level, closest to the customer.Our customers, including small businesses, major corporations and municipalities, want a partner with the expertise and capabilities to effectively manage their multiple recycling and waste streams. They choose Republic Services because we are committed to exceeding their expectations and helping them achieve their sustainability goals. Our 42,000 team members understand that it's not just what we do that matters, but how we do it.Our company values guide our daily actions:* **Safe**: We protect the livelihoods of our colleagues and communities.* **Committed to Serve**: We go above and beyond to exceed our customers' expectations.* **Environmentally Responsible:** We take action to improve our environment.* **Driven**: We deliver results in the right way.* **Human-Centered:** We respect the dignity and unique potential of every person.We are proud of our high employee engagement score of 86. We have an inclusive and diverse culture where every voice counts. In addition, our team positively impacted 5.1 million people in 2024 through the Republic Services Charitable Foundation and local community grants. These projects are designed to meet the specific needs of the communities we serve, with a focus on building sustainable neighborhoods.**STRATEGY**Republic Services' strategy is designed to generate profitable growth. Through acquisitions and industry advancements, we safely and sustainably manage our customers' multiple waste streams through a North American footprint of vertically integrated assets.We focus on three areas of growth to meet the increasing needs of our customers: recycling and waste, environmental solutions and sustainability innovation.With our integrated approach, strengthening our position in one area advances other areas of our business. For example, as we grow volume in recycling and waste, we collect additional material to bolster our circularity capabilities. And as we expand environmental solutions, we drive additional opportunities to provide these services to our existing recycling and waste customers.**Recycling and Waste**We continue to expand our recycling and waste business footprint throughout North America through organic growth and targeted acquisitions. The 13 million customers we serve and our more than 5 million pick-ups per day provide us with a distinct advantage. We aggregate materials at scale, unlocking new opportunities for advanced recycling. In addition, we are cross-selling new products and services to better meet our customers' specific needs.**Environmental Solutions**Our comprehensive environmental solutions capabilities help customers safely manage their most technical waste streams. We are expanding both our capabilities and our geographic footprint. We see strong growth opportunities for our offerings, including PFAS remediation, an increasing