Fleet Diesel Technician

Position Summary

With direct supervision from a Lead Technician, Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Manager, a Maintenance Technician B performs repair and maintenance work on diesel and non‑diesel equipment and trucks including chassis components, vehicle refuse bodies and control systems, hydraulic electrical, air brake systems, general engine work, HVAC components, suspension, drive train and steering systems. The Maintenance Technician B may also perform basic tire work, such as replacement, tire rotation, and tread depth checks.

Enjoy the benefits of working on a single fleet with state‑of‑the‑art equipment, supporting our drivers as they run their routes and servicing some of the most technically advanced vehicles on the road.

• 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).

• Maintain a working knowledge of, and moderate skill proficiency in, vehicle components and systems, performing preventative and repair maintenance functions, both on‑site and on the road.
• Chassis component repair and maintenance.
• Refuse body control, hydraulic and electrical systems; air and hydraulic braking systems.
• Engine repair and maintenance.
• Suspension, drivetrain and steering systems.
• Heating and air conditioning systems.
• Perform line maintenance welding and fabrication.
• Safely provide road service as necessary to return the company’s equipment to operation.
• Identify malfunctions using electronic tools.
• Complete applicable company training programs.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

• Basic understanding of work order labor time standards.
• Prior experience or knowledge of maintenance work on Classes 1‑5 light/medium duty and heavy‑duty Class 7‑8 trucks, aircraft, or ships.
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications (T1‑T8) are a plus but not required.
• Commercial Driver’s License is a plus but not required.
• Valid Driver’s License.

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a technician position demonstrating knowledge of gasoline and diesel powered equipment diagnosis and repair, or graduating from an accredited automotive college or technical school within the next 3 months.
• Ability to perform basic inspections with limited supervision in some of the following heavy truck or automotive systems: suspensions & steering; general engine, transmissions, brakes, electrical, hydraulics, drivetrain, diesel emissions.

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.

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.