Republic Services
Provider of non‑hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, disposal and energy services.
Heavy Equipment Technician
Repair and maintain heavy equipment, performing inspections and troubleshooting
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Heavy Equipment Technician repairs and maintains heavy, compact, and light service equipment, performing tasks such as preventive inspections, and work on hydraulic, fuel, exhaust, brakes, suspension, electrical, HVAC, and emission systems. Typical repairs include engines, transmissions, chassis, drivelines, body components, brakes, and suspension systems on equipment like excavators, wheel loaders, and compactors. • Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment, including hydraulic, fuel, exhaust, brakes, suspension, electrical, HVAC, and emission systems. • Diagnose mechanical problems using condition reports, repair orders, and on‑board computer data, and communicate findings with supervisors and operators. • Complete work orders, document parts usage, log labor hours, and submit daily consumables reports for fleet management software. • Conduct engine overhauls, oil sampling analysis, and adhere to all safety policies, OSHA HazCom, Lock‑Out‑Tag‑Out, and fire protection regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸preventative maintenance
- ▸equipment repair
- ▸diagnostics
- ▸work orders
- ▸engine overhaul
- ▸safety compliance
What You Bring
• Hold ASE certification and at least one year of experience servicing heavy equipment, with knowledge of air brakes, tires, hydraulics, advanced electrical, drivetrain, Tier 4 emissions, and welding/fabrication.
Requirements
- ▸ase
- ▸1 year
- ▸heavy equipment
- ▸air brakes
- ▸hydraulics
- ▸tier 4
Benefits
Republic Services values safety, service, environmental responsibility, results, and human‑centered culture, offering an inclusive workplace, high employee engagement, and a broad benefits package. Employees benefit from competitive compensation, a robust bonus plan, and opportunities for professional development. • Eligibility for comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; health and dependent care spending accounts; disability, life & AD&D insurance; EAP; employee discounts; 401(k) match; ESPP; and paid time off.
Work Environment
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