Recycling Equipment Maintenance Technician

Republic Services; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee discounts

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking a Recycling Center Maintenance Technician to repair and maintain recycling equipment, hydraulic systems, balers, conveyors and related heavy machinery at our Michigan facility. Responsibilities include preventative maintenance, electrical system work, PLC programming basics, and coordination with operators to minimize downtime.

The role requires experience with HVAC, odor systems, negative pressure systems, welding, and knowledge of Tier 4 emissions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of building maintenance, HVAC, odor systems and negative pressure systems.
• Minimum 3 years of experience working on equipment in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Valid driver's license.
• Certificate in electronic diagnostics.
• Welding or fabrication experience.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses mechanical problems using diagnostic software and manuals.
• Performs repairs and maintenance on recycling equipment, heavy machinery and light trucks.
• Repairs or replaces parts as directed by work orders and completes field reports.

Skills

Mechanical repair

Electrical systems

PLC programming

Welding

Education

Mechanical or trade school certificate

Certificate in electronic diagnostics

Tools

Diagnostic software

Technical manuals

Job description

Republic Services is seeking a Recycling Center Maintenance Technician to repair and maintain recycling equipment, hydraulic systems, balers, conveyors and related heavy machinery at our Michigan facility. Responsibilities include preventative maintenance, electrical system work, PLC programming basics, and coordination with operators to minimize downtime.

The role requires experience with HVAC, odor systems, negative pressure systems, welding, and knowledge of Tier 4 emissions.