Diesel Technician Apprentice-Paid Training

About the role

The Technician Apprenticeship program trains an entry-level technician in various aspects of vehicle engineering, including electrical diagnosis, air conditioning and heating component inspection, and hydraulic and brake systems.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Perform truck preventative maintenance.

Requirements

To thrive as a Technician with Republic Services, the Apprentice must be a logical problem solver with an interest in vehicle engineering and the commitment to ongoing learning. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including some nights/weekends or holidays, and uphold the Company’s values.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include a commitment to completing the two-year program, a logical problem-solving ability, and an interest in engineering and technology. Must be willing to travel to and live in Dallas, TX for 9 weeks of in-person training.

Skills

Skills required include a logical problem-solving ability, an interest in engineering and technology, and the willingness to work a flexible schedule, including some nights/weekends or holidays.

Benefits

• Tuition-free program to become a certified technician.
• Full-time paid hands-on in-shop training on new technologies and equipment.
• Training goes beyond technical acumen, focusing on leadership development, life skills, and wellness.
• Subsidized housing accommodations during training at the Republic Services Technical Institute in Dallas, TX, for eligible employees.
• Company-provided toolbox with the tools you’ll need, a uniform, and boots provided upon completion.
• Dedicated mentor with experienced support to help you succeed.
• Career advancement opportunities in a stable industry.

Pay

Pay increases after graduation and with promotion to Tech C. Boots/Uniforms/PPE provided.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to include some nights/weekends or holidays.

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).
• Paid Time Off (PTO).