Heavy Equipment Technician Job at Republic Services in Floweree

Heavy Equipment Technician – Republic Services

POSITION SUMMARY: The Heavy Equipment Technician performs repairs and maintenance on heavy equipment, compact heavy equipment, light service equipment, and light trucks. Typical repairs include, but are not limited to, preventative maintenance inspections, hydraulic, fuel, exhaust, brakes, suspension, electrical, HVAC, and emission systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintains advanced knowledge to diagnose and repair mechanical problems on heavy equipment.
• Performs repair or preventative maintenance on electrical, diesel and gasoline vehicles, including compactors, excavators, wheel loaders, and other vehicles to maximize safe and productive operations. Typical repairs and maintenance include work on engines, transmissions, chassis, drivelines and body components, hydraulic, brake, electrical and suspension systems, wheels, tires and undercarriages.
• Reads and interprets equipment condition reports and/or repair orders; communicates with supervisor and/or operator for clarification of defects and discusses preventive techniques with operators to minimize future repairs.
• Completes paperwork related to repairing equipment, documenting parts usage and accounting for applied times (e.g., work order times vs. time card times).
• Completes daily consumables report to record hours, fuel and oil usage, and provides information for input into Republic Services Fleet Management Software system (Dossier).
• Collects and interprets analyses from oil sampling, on-board computer, and fleet management software.
• Follows all safety policies and procedures.
• Performs overhauls on gas or diesel engines.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge in air brakes, tires, hydraulics, electrical systems, drive train components, suspension, steering and wheel-end components; ASE Certification preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience as a technician working on heavy equipment.
• Mechanical Trade School certificate or degree; Certificate in electrical diagnostics; Applicable ASE certifications.
• Working knowledge of Tier 4 emission systems.
• Welding and/or fabrication skills and/or experience.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a technician position with knowledge of OSHA Haz Com; OSHA Lock Out Tag Out and all OSHA Fire Protection regulations.

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.
• Retirement plan with a generous company match; Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

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. 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, 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 a full range of products and services including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our commitments to circularity and decarbonization support our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Location: Floweree, MT (contextual note: compensation: $26.00-$32.00 per hour; posted 2 months ago)