Stationary Equipment Technician

POSITION SUMMARY

The Stationary Equipment Technician performs repairs and maintenance on recycling equipment, compact heavy equipment, and light trucks to maximize safe and productive operations. Typical repairs include, but are not limited to, routine maintenance and repair of hydraulic systems, industrial electrical systems, 480V balers, conveyor systems, and compactors.

• Diagnoses mechanical problems using charts, diagnostic software, technical manuals, and expertise.
• Performs repairs and maintenance on recycling equipment, compact heavy equipment, and light trucks to maximize safe and productive operations.
• Repairs or replaces parts such as pistons, rods, gears, valves, and bearings using mechanic's hand tools.
• Replaces conveyor belts, electrical motors, hydraulic cylinders, and other mechanical parts.
• Reads and interprets vehicle condition reports (VCRs) and repair orders, communicating with supervisor and equipment operators for clarification of problems.
• Discusses preventive techniques with equipment users and vehicle drivers to minimize future repairs.
• Completes paperwork associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage, and accounting for applied times (work order times versus time card times).
• Completes daily consumables reports to record hours, fuel, and oil usage, and provides information for input in Republic Services Dossier (Fleet Management Software) system.
• May repair and install plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems.
• Follows all safety policies and procedures.
• Performs repairs and preventative maintenance on rolling stock (forklift, skid steers, trailers, and front loaders).
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.

• PLC troubleshooting and problem solving ability with practical, mechanical, and electrical aptitude.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience working with conveyors.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Mechanical or trade school certificate.

Minimum of 1 year of related equipment maintenance and repair or trade school certification.

Eligible employees can elect to participate in:

• 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).

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 (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.