Industrial Maintenance Tech at Republic Services

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Recycling, Waste ManagementIndustries

Requirements

Minimum of 1 year of related equipment maintenance and repair or trade school certification
High school diploma or G.E.D
Valid driver’s license
PLC troubleshooting and problem solving ability with practical, mechanical and electrical aptitude (preferred)
Prior experience in a manufacturing environment (preferred)
Mechanical or trade school certificate (preferred)

Responsibilities

Diagnoses mechanical problems using charts, diagnostic software, technical manuals and expertise
Performs repairs and maintenance on recycling equipment, compact heavy equipment and light trucks to maximize safe and productive operations
Repairs or replaces parts, such as pistons, rods, gears, valves, and bearings, using mechanic's hand tools
Replaces conveyor belts, electrical motors, hydraulic cylinders and other mechanical parts
Reads and interprets VCRs (vehicle condition reports) and/or repair orders, communicates with supervisor and/or equipment operators for clarification of problems, and may discuss preventive techniques with equipment users and vehicle drivers to minimize future repairs
Completes paperwork associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage, and accounting for applied times (work order times versus time card times)
Completes daily consumables report to record hours, fuel and oil usage, and provide information for input in Republic Services Dossier (Fleet Management Software) system
May repair and install plumbing, electrical and HVAC systems
Follows all safety policies and procedures
Performs repairs and preventative maintenance on rolling stock (forklift, skid steers, trailers and front loaders)
Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Hydraulic SystemsIndustrial Electrical SystemsPLC TroubleshootingConveyor SystemsBalersCompactorsDiagnostic SoftwareMechanic Hand ToolsHVAC SystemsForklift MaintenancePreventive Maintenance

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits are offered for this position?

Eligible employees can participate in comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, health care and dependent care spending accounts, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, EAP, employee discounts, retirement plan with company match, and ESPP.

What is the salary range for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this position remote or on-site?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What skills are required for the Industrial Maintenance Tech role?

Minimum of 1 year of related equipment maintenance and repair or trade school certification is required, along with ability to diagnose mechanical problems, perform repairs on hydraulic systems, industrial electrical systems, 480V balers, conveyors, and compactors.

What qualifications make a strong candidate for this position?

Preferred qualifications include PLC troubleshooting ability, prior experience in a manufacturing environment, experience working with conveyors, valid driver’s license, mechanical or trade school certificate, and high school diploma or G.E.D.