Diesel Technician Apprentice-Paid Training

Position Summary

At Republic Services, Technicians play a critical role in maintaining the performance and quality of our fleet. A Technician performs routine and preventive maintenance on diesel and non‑diesel equipment and trucks. The Technician Apprenticeship program will train an entry‑level technician over a two‑year period in the following areas:

• Electrical diagnosis of starting & charging systems
• Air conditioning & heating component identification & inspection
• Wheel end assembly component identification & inspection
• Air system component identification & inspection
• Air brakes component identification & inspection
• Hydraulics component identification and inspection
• Truck preventative maintenance

Republic Services Technical Institute offers a unique learning and development environment where apprentices gain on‑the‑job experience while completing their technician education.

• Nine weeks of company‑paid training at the Republic Services Technical Institute in Dallas, Texas

• Twenty‑two months of on‑the‑job training (OJT) with mentorship and virtual instructor‑led technical content

• Apprentices who demonstrate accelerated development may advance to a Level C Technician before the full twenty‑two months

• A tuition‑free program to become a certified technician
• Full‑time paid hands‑on in‑shop training on new technologies and equipment
• Leadership development, life skills, and wellness training
• Subsidized housing accommodations during the Dallas training for eligible employees
• Guaranteed consideration for a full‑time technician position upon graduation
• Company‑provided toolbox, uniform, and boots upon completion
• Dedicated mentor with experienced support to help you succeed
• Career advancement opportunities in a stable industry

Our ideal Technician Apprentice will be a logical problem solver with an interest in engineering and technology, ready to commit to the two‑year program.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some nights, weekends, or holidays
• Willingness to uphold Republic Services values and expectations (safety, ethics, respect)
• Must be willing to travel to and live in Dallas, Texas for nine weeks of in‑person training

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts
• Short‑ and long‑term disability
• Life 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)
• See full benefits details at Republic Services Benefits

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, 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.