Maintenance Shop Technician II – Diesel & Multi-System Repair

Republic Services; SOUTH PLAINFIELD (NJ); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Health care and dependent care FSAs

Short- and long-term disability

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking a Maintenance Technician B to repair and maintain diesel and non-diesel equipment, including chassis, refuse bodies, control systems, hydraulic and electrical systems, air brakes, engines, HVAC, suspension, drive train, and steering. You will also perform basic tire work and provide road service as needed to keep our fleet operational.

With supervision from a Lead Technician or Maintenance Manager, you will be part of a team servicing state-of-the-art vehicles,

Qualifications

• Ability to diagnose multi-system issues and consistently demonstrate technical expertise.
• Basic understanding of work order labor time standards.
• Prior experience with, or knowledge of, maintenance work on Classes 1-5 light/medium duty and heavy-duty Class 7-8 trucks, aircraft, or ships.
• ASE Certifications (T1-T8) are a plus but not required.
• CDL is a plus but not required.
• 3-5 Years of experience in a technician position demonstrating knowledge of both gasoline and diesel-powered equipment diagnosis and repair or graduating from an accredited automotive college or technical school within the next 3 months.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a working knowledge of, and moderate skill proficiency in, the following vehicle components and systems, with the ability to perform preventative and repair maintenance functions, on-site and on the road.
• Chassis component repair and maintenance.
• Refuse bodies, including control, hydraulic and electrical systems; and air and hydraulic braking systems.
• Light engine repair and maintenance.
• Suspension, drivetrain and steering systems.
• Heating and air conditioning.
• Performs line maintenance welding and fabrication.
• Safely provides road service when necessary to ensure that the Company’s equipment is returned to operation safely and efficiently.
• Identifies the source of the malfunctions using a variety of electronic tools.
• Completes applicable Company training programs.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.
• The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required by personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish an employment contract and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

Skills

Multi-system diagnosis

Labor time standards

Heavy/medium/heavy trucks maintenance

ASE certifications a plus

Commercial Driver’s License a plus

3–5 years technician experience

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Republic Services is seeking a Maintenance Technician B to repair and maintain diesel and non-diesel equipment, including chassis, refuse bodies, control systems, hydraulic and electrical systems, air brakes, engines, HVAC, suspension, drive train, and steering. You will also perform basic tire work and provide road service as needed to keep our fleet operational.

With supervision from a Lead Technician or Maintenance Manager, you will be part of a team servicing state-of-the-art vehicles,