Heavy Equipment PM Tech
Position Summary
The Heavy Equipment – Preventive Maintenance (PM) Maintenance Technician performs preventive maintenance service on all types of trucks and equipment, including diesel and non‑diesel, to maximize safe and productive operations. The primary focus is on preventative maintenance and other mechanic‑type tasks and services.
Responsibilities
- Performs preventative maintenance and basic repairs on electrical, diesel and gasoline vehicles, including compactors, excavators, wheel loaders, and other vehicles.
- Inspects trucks and heavy equipment for condition, operation, and fluid levels; identifies and designates problems.
- Power washes equipment as necessary.
- Checks, fills, and changes appropriate fluids for all vehicle parts, including engine, transmission, differentials, final drives, pump drives, and hubs.
- Greases, oils, and lubricates components during preventive maintenance service.
- Performs adjustments to various systems during preventive maintenance service.
- Maintains and/or changes air, oil, coolant, and fuel filters.
- Performs cooling systems maintenance.
- Checks safety equipment on trucks and equipment.
- Inspects tires according to Republic Services Tire Maintenance Standards.
- Completes paperwork associated with preventive maintenance services and repairs, documenting parts usage and accounting for applied times.
- Completes daily consumables report to record hours, fuel, and oil usage for input into Dossier, Republic Services Fleet Management Software.
- Drives trucks and equipment in and out of the repair area.
- Follows all safety policies and procedures.
- Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel and word processing applications.
- May be required to complete the Republic PM Program, the One Fleet Republic Way program, or other relevant training.
- Mechanical Trade School certificate or degree.
Minimum Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in a technician position requiring knowledge and application of OSHA Hazard Communication, OSHA Lock Out Tag Out, and all OSHA Fire Protection regulations.
Compensation and Benefits
- Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans, and vision coverage.
- Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
- Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance.
- 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).
- Additional benefit details: Republic Services Benefits.
About the Company
Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry, providing a full suite of products and services—including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste, and field services. In 2025 the company generated $16.6 billion in revenue and $5.3 billion in adjusted EBITDA, serving 13 million customers across more than 1,000 locations in North America. The business operates collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills, combining local operational management with standardized practices to drive efficiency while remaining close to customers.
Republic Services’ values focus on safety, service, environmental responsibility, results, and a human‑centered approach. The company emphasizes sustainable growth through recycling and waste, environmental solutions, and sustainability innovation, including the nation’s first integrated plastics recycling facility and renewable natural gas projects.