Recycling Center Maintenance Technician
Republic Services · Boise, ID
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 1+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 25 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level reliability role at Republic Services (industrial) in Boise, ID. Reads, troubleshoots and programs simple PLC instructions to enhance plant monitoring and performance as requested by operations staff or to support maintenance objectives.
- They ask for
- 1+ years
- Tools it names
- PLC, Welding
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How this role compares
Against 13 other live reliability postings in Idaho.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (1+ vs 3+)
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 57%
- Root cause 29%
- Robotics 21%
- ✓ PLC 21%
- EHS / safety 21%
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Responsibilities
- ◆Diagnoses mechanical problems using chars, 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. Typical repairs include, but are not limited to, route maintenance and repair of hydraulic systems, recycling equipment, transmissions, electrical systems, engines, balers, conveyor systems, and compactors.
- ◆Repairs or replaces parts as directed by a work order system. Completes field service reports in a work order system.
- ◆Overhauls or replaces machine components and replace worn items.
- ◆Communicates with supervisor and/or equipment operators for clarification of problems. May discuss preventive techniques with equipment users to minimize future repairs.
- ◆Independently troubleshoot and maintain complex electromechanical equipment.
- ◆Completes daily consumables report to record hours, fuel and oil usage, and provide information for input in Republic Services Dossier (Fleet Management Software) system.
- ◆Perform preventative maintenance according to standard schedules.
- ◆May maintain, repair and install plumbing, electrical, HVAC, odor systems, and negative pressure systems
- ◆Installs and sets up new equipment and communicate with vendors regarding maintenance schedules.
- ◆Reads, troubleshoots and programs simple PLC instructions to enhance plant monitoring and performance as requested by operations staff or to support maintenance objectives.
- ◆Follows all safety policies and procedures.
- ◆Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.
Qualifications
- ✓Minimum of 1 year experience with building maintenance, HVAC, odor systems and negative pressure systems.
- ✓Minimum of 3 years of experience working on equipment in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
- ✓Working knowledge of Tier 4 emission systems.
- ✓Welding and/or fabrication skills and/or experience.
- ✓PLC Programming experience.
- ✓Valid driver’s license.
- ✓Mechanical or trade school certificate.
- ✓Certificate in electronic diagnostics.
Requirements
- ✓Minimum of 1 year of equipment maintenance and repair experience.
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POSITION SUMMARY: The Recycling Center Maintenance Technician performs repairs and maintenance on recycling equipment, compact heavy equipment and light trucks to maximize safe and productive operations. Typical repairs include, but are not limited to, routine maintenance and repair of hydraulic systems, recycling equipment (sorting screens, optical sorters, magnets, eddy currents, etc), electrical systems, balers, conveyor systems and compactors.
Eligible employees can elect to participate in
- •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)
- •Benefits: https://jobs.republicservices.com/us/en/about-us/benefits
The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.
About the company
Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.
In 2025, Republic’s total company revenue was $16.6 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $5.3 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills.
Although we operate across North America, the collection, recycling, treatment, or disposal of materials is a local business, and the dynamics and opportunities differ in each market we serve. By combining local operational management with standardized business practices, we drive greater operating efficiencies across the company while maintaining day-to-day operational decisions at the local level, closest to the customer.
Our customers, including small businesses, major corporations and municipalities, want a partner with the expertise and capabilities to effectively manage their multiple recycling and waste streams. They choose Republic Services because we are committed to exceeding their expectations and helping them achieve their sustainability goals. Our 42,000 team members understand that it's not just what we do that matters, but how we do it.
Our company values guide our daily actions
- •Safe: We protect the livelihoods of our colleagues and communities.
- •Committed to Serve: We go above and beyond to exceed our customers’ ex