Lead Heavy-Duty Truck Mechanic
Job Description
A well-established waste management and recycling company in Conroe, TX is hiring a Lead Heavy-Duty Truck Mechanic to repair its fleet of heavy-duty trucks and guide technicians. Ideal candidates bring heavy-truck diagnostics, hydraulic and electrical troubleshooting, and mentoring skills. Apply today for overtime opportunities, comprehensive health benefits, and a company-matched retirement plan.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Diagnose and repair diesel and non-diesel refuse trucks, chassis, and refuse bodies in the shop and on the road.
- Repair engines, brakes, hydraulics, electrical systems, suspension, steering, drivetrains, and HVAC systems.
- Perform complex diagnostics using electronic tools, along with welding and fabrication as needed.
- Lead and mentor technicians, provide troubleshooting guidance, and oversee repair quality.
- Prioritize and schedule repairs to minimize downtime; assist with Maintenance Supervisor duties as needed.
- Inspect third-party repairs for quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of hands-on heavy-duty truck maintenance and repair experience required.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Ability to independently inspect and repair multiple heavy-truck systems.
- Strong mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
- Experience using electronic diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Ability to guide technicians, coordinate repairs, and maintain safe shop operations.
Preferred:
- 1+ year of lead technician or supervisory experience.
- ASE Heavy Truck certifications (T1–T8).
- Class B or higher Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
- 3+ years of experience with OSHA HazCom, lockout/tagout, and fire protection requirements.
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Shifts
- Second shift, Monday to Friday, starting at 2:00 PM
- 8–12-hour shifts
- Overtime available
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- Rotating Saturdays required
Compensation
- Starting rate is $35.00 and can go up depending on experience.
- Weekly pay
- Overtime available, paid after 40 hours/week
- Benefits:
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- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement plan with company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Health care and dependent care spending accounts
- Short- and long-term disability, life, and AD&D insurance
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee discount programs
- Company-provided uniforms
Company Description
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’ expectations.
- Environmentally Responsible: We take action to improve our environment.
- Driven: We deliver results in the right way.
- Human-Centered: We respect the dignity and unique potential of every person.
We are proud of our high employee engagement score of 86. We have an inclusive and diverse culture where every voice counts. In addition, our team positively impacted 5.1 million people in 2024 through the Republic Services Charitable Foundation and local community grants. These projects are designed to meet the specific needs of the communities we serve, with a focus on building sustainable neighborhoods.
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To learn more about us, please visit: Discover Opportunities at Republic Services
Contact
Name: Kara Willey
Email: [email protected]
Direct Toll-Free:
+1-713-794-6545
Job ID: #130718