Republic Services
Provider of non‑hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, disposal and energy services.
Recycling Center Maint Tech-3
Repair and maintain recycling equipment, heavy trucks, and plant systems.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Recycling Center Maintenance Technician performs repairs and maintenance on recycling equipment, compact heavy equipment, and light trucks to maximize safe and productive operations. Typical repairs include routine maintenance of hydraulic systems, sorting screens, optical sorters, magnets, eddy currents, electrical systems, balers, conveyor systems, and compactors. The technician diagnoses mechanical problems using charts, diagnostic software, technical manuals, and expertise, then repairs and maintains a wide range of equipment. Duties include fixing hydraulic systems, transmissions, engines, electrical components, and conveyor systems, as well as replacing parts according to work orders and completing field service reports. Preventative maintenance is performed on a set schedule, and daily consumables reports record hours, fuel, and oil usage for fleet management. The role also involves installing, repairing, and maintaining plumbing, electrical, HVAC, odor, and negative pressure systems, and setting up new equipment while coordinating with vendors. • Diagnose mechanical problems using charts, diagnostic software, and technical manuals. • Perform repairs and maintenance on recycling equipment, heavy equipment, and light trucks. • Complete work orders, field service reports, and daily consumables logs. • Conduct preventative maintenance and overhaul or replace machine components. • Install, repair, and maintain plumbing, electrical, HVAC, odor, and negative pressure systems. • Program and troubleshoot simple PLC instructions to improve plant performance. • Follow all safety policies and coordinate with vendors and equipment operators.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸diagnostics
- ▸repairs
- ▸maintenance
- ▸plc programming
- ▸system installation
- ▸reporting
What You Bring
Simple PLC instructions are read, troubleshooted, and programmed to enhance plant monitoring and performance as needed. All work follows company safety policies, and additional duties may be assigned as required. Candidates must have at least one year of experience with building maintenance, HVAC, odor, and negative pressure systems, and three years working on equipment in a manufacturing or distribution environment. Required knowledge includes Tier 4 emission systems, welding or fabrication, PLC programming, a valid driver’s license, and certifications in mechanical trades or electronic diagnostics.
Requirements
- ▸plc programming
- ▸hvac
- ▸tier4
- ▸welding
- ▸driver's license
- ▸mechanical cert
Benefits
Employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, health‑care and dependent‑care spending accounts, short‑ and long‑term disability, life and AD&D insurance, an employee assistance program, discount programs, a retirement plan with generous company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and paid time off. The company’s strategy focuses on growth in recycling and waste, environmental solutions, and sustainability innovation, including polymer recycling centers and landfill gas‑to‑energy projects. Recognized for sustainability and ethical practices, Republic Services offers a supportive workplace where employees can develop skills, use modern tools, and contribute to a more sustainable world. • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. • Health‑care and dependent‑care spending accounts. • Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance. • Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment coverage. • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP). • Employee discount programs. • Retirement plan with generous company match. • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). • Paid Time Off (PTO).
Work Environment
Onsite