Heavy Equipment Mechanic

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform repairs and assigned preventative maintenance services.

• Performs inspections, diagnosis, and repair of powertrain, electrical and hydraulic systems on heavy equipment, such as dozers, compactors, excavators, ADT's, etc.

• Perform power washing on heavy equipment during routine preventative maintenance.

• Complete required paperwork utilizing equipment maintenance software program associated with repairing equipment, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.

• Reviews and completes repairs identified on Daily Inspection Reports.

• Conducts safety checks on vehicles and equipment.

• Performs service calls for emergency breakdowns that may take place in the landfill.

• Maintain a clean, safe work environment in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.

• Typical schedule is Monday-Friday and occasional Saturdays.

• Other job related duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.

• Work environment may be indoors in a shop, or outdoors to repair equipment in the field.

• Sometimes necessary to work in awkward or tight positions and to handle greasy or dirty tools. These factors require following basic safety precautions.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of two years' experience in heavy equipment maintenance and repair.

• Must provide own personal tools.

• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.

• Welding/fabrication experience ahuge plus!