Diesel Technician Apprentice-Paid Training

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on diesel and non‑diesel equipment and trucks.
• 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.
• Participate in nine (9) weeks of company‑paid training at the Republic Services Technical Institute in Dallas, Texas.
• Complete twenty‑two (22) months of on‑the‑job training (OJT) with mentorship and virtual instructor‑led technical content.
• Work toward Apprentice certification as a Republic Services entry level Diesel Mechanic.
• Receive direct supervision from a Fleet Maintenance Supervisor or Manager upon placement in a business unit.
• Complete the Republic Preventative Maintenance Program and other on‑the‑job work to gain hands‑on experience.

Requirements

• Commitment to completing the two‑year apprenticeship program.
• Logical problem solver with enthusiasm for vehicle engineering and commitment to ongoing learning.
• Interest in engineering and technology.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to include some nights, weekends, or holidays.
• Willingness