Technician Apprentice - January 2026 Class at Republic Services

The two-year program starts with nine weeks of company-paid training at the Republic Services Technical Institute in Dallas, Texas, followed by twenty-two months of on-the-job training with mentorship and virtual instruction leading to Level C Technician certification.

The initial nine weeks of training take place at the Republic Services Technical Institute in Dallas, Texas, after which apprentices are placed in one of 180 business units nationwide.

The program trains in electrical diagnosis of starting & charging systems, air conditioning & heating, wheel end assembly, air systems, air brakes, hydraulics component identification and inspection, and truck preventative maintenance.

Ideal candidates are logical problem solvers with enthusiasm for vehicle engineering and a commitment to ongoing learning, while embodying the company's values as part of the front-line team.

Yes, the nine weeks of initial training at the Technical Institute is company-paid, and successful apprentices can advance to Level C Technician, with accelerated paths for those demonstrating quick progress.