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Container Shop Technician

Job in Melrose Park, Cook County, Illinois, 60161, USA
Listing for: Republic Services
Per diem position
Listed on 2026-01-15
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Job Description & How to Apply Below

POSITION SUMMARY

The Technician, Container Shop performs repairs, maintenance and installation of compactors and other stationary equipment. The Technician, Container Shop typically performs works on hydraulics, basic electrical operations, and welding fabrication in order to maximize safe and productive operations.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Performs inspections, conduct diagnostic tests, preventative maintenance, and repairs on varied types of compactors, and other stationary equipment.
  • Reads electrical schematics. Diagnoses and repairs electrical problems on equipment using both single and three phase AC voltage -- including working with high-voltage electricity.
  • Reads hydraulic schematics. Diagnose and repair hydraulic issues on equipment.
  • Maintains knowledge of proper installation of compactors, and other types of stationary equipment. Perform or assist with installations as scheduled and meets relevant deadlines.
  • Performs welding and fabrication work as needed.
  • Ensures and maintains efficiencies so that all scheduled jobs can be handled in a given day.
  • Completes paperwork and/or enters data associated with repairing relevant equipment in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Follows all safety policies and procedures.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.
  • Knowledge of basic and advanced hand tools.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
  • Equipment maintenance and repair experience.
  • Welding and/or fabrication skills and/or experience.

Shift: 6 am - 2:30 pm

Hourly Rate: $34.31

BONUS PLAN DETAILS (IF APPLICABLE)

Rewarding Compensation and Benefits

REWARDING COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
  • 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.
  • 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

Benefits

The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

EEO STATEMENT
:
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.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.

In 2023, Republic’s total company revenue was $14.9 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $4.4 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills.

Although we operate across North America, the collection, recycling, treatment, or disposal of materials is a local business, and the dynamics and opportunities differ in each market we serve. By combining local operational management with standardized business practices, we drive greater operating efficiencies across the company while maintaining day-to-day operational decisions at the local level, closest to the customer.

Our customers, including small businesses, major corporations and municipalities, want a partner with the expertise and capabilities to effectively manage their multiple recycling…

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