Lead Heavy Equipment Technician & Mentor

Republic Services; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Dental and vision plans

Short- and long-term disability

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking a Maintenance Lead Technician to direct a team of technicians in maintaining heavy trucks and refuse equipment, ensuring all work meets safety standards and regulations. You will diagnose complex repairs, coach others, perform on-site inspections, and schedule tasks to minimize downtime.

Responsibilities include overseeing chassis and bodywork, hydraulic/electrical systems, and HVAC components, plus mentoring junior technicians and coordinating with supervisors to

Qualifications

• 3+ years of heavy-duty truck experience required or equivalent.
• Experience with OSHA Haz Com / Lock Out Tag Out is a plus but not required.
• Class B CDL preferred; valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Direct a technicians team to ensure safe, efficient, timely repairs.
• Diagnose complex issues and supervise line maintenance and welding.
• Inspect third-party repairs for safety and quality compliance.
• Schedule repair work to minimize downtime and lost productivity.
• Mentor and coach technicians on diagnostic techniques.

Skills

Diesel & non-diesel truck repair

Chassis & bodywork

Hydraulic & electrical systems

Diagnostics & inspections

Supervisory/lead experience

Mentoring / coaching

Safety compliance

Education

ASE Heavy Truck Certifications (T1-T8)

Job description

Republic Services is seeking a Maintenance Lead Technician to direct a team of technicians in maintaining heavy trucks and refuse equipment, ensuring all work meets safety standards and regulations. You will diagnose complex repairs, coach others, perform on-site inspections, and schedule tasks to minimize downtime.

Responsibilities include overseeing chassis and bodywork, hydraulic/electrical systems, and HVAC components, plus mentoring junior technicians and coordinating with supervisors to