Stationary Equipment Technician

Republic Services; New Castle (DE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision

Retirement plan with company match

ESPP

PTO

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking a Stationary Equipment Technician to perform repairs and maintenance on recycling equipment, heavy machinery, and light trucks. Duties include diagnosing problems, replacing worn parts, and maintaining hydraulic, electrical, and conveyor systems.

The role requires a minimum of 1 year of related experience, a 2nd shift, and a valid driver’s license. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement and PTO. Training opportunities may be available.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of related equipment maintenance and repair experience.
• 2nd shift availability.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment or with conveyors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses mechanical problems using manuals, charts, and diagnostic software.
• Repairs/maintains recycling equipment, heavy equipment, and light trucks.
• Replaces worn parts such as pistons, rods, gears, valves, and bearings.
• Inspects and replaces belts, motors, cylinders, and other components.
• Documents repair work, parts usage, and times in work orders and timecards.
• Completes daily consumables report for fuel, oil, and hours in the Fleet system.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Conveyors experience

Valid driver’s license

Mechanical trade certificate

Education

Trade school certificate

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: The Stationary Equipment Technician performs repairs and maintenance on recycling equipment, compact heavy equipment and light trucks to maximize safe and productive operations. Typical repairs include, but are not limited to, routine maintenance and repair of hydraulic systems, industrial electrical systems, 480V balers, conveyor systems and compactors.

Principal Responsibilities

• Diagnoses mechanical problems using charts, diagnostic software, technical manuals and expertise.
• Performs repairs and maintenance on recycling equipment, compact heavy equipment and light trucks to maximize safe and productive operations.
• Repairs or replaces parts, such as pistons, rods, gears, valves, and bearings, using mechanic's hand tools.
• Replaces conveyor belts, electrical motors, hydraulic cylinders and other mechanical parts.
• Reads and interprets VCRs (vehicle condition reports) and/or repair orders, communicates with supervisor and/or equipment operators for clarification of problems. May discuss preventive techniques with equipment users and vehicle drivers to minimize future repairs.
• Completes paperwork associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage, and accounting for applied times (work order times versus time card times).
• Completes daily consumables report to record hours, fuel and oil usage, and provide information for input in Republic Services Dossier (Fleet Management Software) system.
• May repair and install plumbing, electrical and HVAC systems.
• Follows all safety policies and procedures.
• Performs repairs and preventative maintenance on rolling stock (forklift, skid steers, trailers and front loaders).
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned or apparent.

Preferred Qualifications

• PLC troubleshooting and problem solving ability with practical, mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience working with conveyors.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Mechanical or trade school certificate.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of related equipment maintenance and repair or trade school certification.
• 2nd Shift.

Rewarding Compensation And Benefits

• 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)

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.