Republic Services
Provider of non‑hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, disposal and energy services.
Heavy Equipment Technician
Repair and maintain heavy equipment, trucks, and related systems
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Heavy Equipment Technician performs repairs and maintenance on heavy equipment, compact heavy equipment, light service equipment, and light trucks. Typical repairs include preventative maintenance inspections, hydraulic, fuel, exhaust, brakes, suspension, electrical, HVAC, and emission systems. Documentation duties include completing paperwork for repairs, recording parts usage, and accounting for work order times compared to time card times. The technician also completes daily consumables reports for hours, fuel, and oil usage, and collects analyses from oil sampling, on‑board computers, and fleet management software. Overhauls on gas or diesel engines are performed as needed, while all safety policies and procedures are followed.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸equipment repair
- ▸preventive maintenance
- ▸hydraulic systems
- ▸engine overhaul
- ▸fuel monitoring
- ▸documentation
What You Bring
The role requires advanced knowledge to diagnose and repair mechanical problems on heavy equipment and to perform repair or preventative maintenance on electrical, diesel and gasoline vehicles such as compactors, excavators, and wheel loaders. Work involves engines, transmissions, chassis, drivelines, body components, hydraulic, brake, electrical and suspension systems, as well as wheels, tires, and undercarriages. The technician reads and interprets equipment condition reports, communicates with supervisors or operators for clarification, and discusses preventive techniques to minimize future repairs. Qualifications include advanced knowledge in air brakes, tires, hydraulics, electrical systems, drivetrain, suspension, steering and wheel‑end components, evidenced by ASE certification. Candidates must have at least one year of experience servicing heavy equipment, a mechanical trade school certificate or degree, and applicable ASE certifications. Additional skills such as Tier 4 emission system knowledge, welding, fabrication, and electrical diagnostics are preferred.
Requirements
- ▸ase certification
- ▸mechanical degree
- ▸hydraulics
- ▸electrical diagnostics
- ▸tier 4
- ▸welding
Benefits
Minimum requirements also include one year of experience in a technician role that requires knowledge of OSHA HazCom, Lock Out Tag Out, and fire protection regulations. The position offers a rewarding compensation and benefits package, including comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, health and dependent care spending accounts, disability insurance, life insurance, employee assistance programs, retirement plans with company match, and paid time off. Republic Services has been recognized by Barron’s, CDP, Dow Jones, Ethisphere, Fortune, Great Place to Work, and S&P Global for sustainability and ethics. Employees benefit from a collaborative culture, continuous investment in tools and technology, and opportunities to grow while contributing to a more sustainable world. • 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)
Work Environment
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