Republic Services
Provider of non‑hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, disposal and energy services.
Maintainence Shop Tech
Repair and maintain heavy-duty trucks and equipment for waste collection services.
Job Highlights
About the Role
With direct supervision from a Lead Technician, Fleet Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Manager, a Maintenance Technician A repairs and maintains diesel and non‑diesel equipment and trucks, including chassis components, refuse bodies, air brake systems, engines, HVAC, suspension, drivetrain and steering systems. The role offers work on a single fleet of state‑of‑the‑art vehicles, daily challenges, training on new technologies, a stable shift, competitive wages, career growth, and the chance to serve the community. • Perform complex repairs on chassis, refuse bodies, brakes, engines, HVAC, suspension, drivetrain, steering, and welding/fabrication • Diagnose malfunctions using electronic diagnostic tools • Complete company training programs and stay current on new technologies • Conduct inspections and repairs independently on heavy‑duty trucks
Key Responsibilities
- ▸mechanical repairs
- ▸diagnostic tools
- ▸inspections
- ▸welding fabrication
- ▸hvac service
- ▸chassis repair
What You Bring
The technician must maintain advanced knowledge and strong skill proficiency in vehicle components such as chassis, refuse bodies (control, hydraulic and electrical), air and hydraulic brakes, engines, suspension, drivetrain, steering, heating and air conditioning, and welding/fabrication. Responsibilities include performing complex on‑site and road repairs, identifying malfunction sources with electronic tools, completing required company training, and handling additional job‑related duties as assigned. Candidates need at least three years of experience servicing heavy‑duty trucks and the ability to inspect and repair systems like suspension, steering, engines, transmissions, brakes, electrical, hydraulics, drivetrain, and diesel emissions with minimal supervision. ASE Heavy Truck certifications (T1‑T8) and experience with LNG/CNG are a plus, as is a Class B or higher commercial driver’s license. • Hold or pursue ASE Heavy Truck certifications (T1‑T8); LNG/CNG experience preferred • Possess a valid driver’s license; Class B CDL preferred
Requirements
- ▸ase certified
- ▸heavy‑truck
- ▸lng/cng
- ▸class b cdl
- ▸3+ years
- ▸vehicle repair
Benefits
Employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, health and dependent care spending accounts, disability and life insurance, an employee assistance program, discount programs, a retirement plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and paid time off. Republic Services has earned numerous accolades such as Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies and Great Place to Work, and promotes a culture of safety, service, environmental responsibility, and human‑centered values, offering employees recognition, tools, and growth opportunities. • 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