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Waste Connections

Waste Connections is hiring: Heavy Equipment Mechanic in Portland

Waste Connections, Portland, OR, US, 97204

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Northwest Container Services , a Waste Connections company, is looking to hire a highly motivated, Heavy Equipment Mechanic to work on a variety of lifts, chassis and construction equipment.

Maintenance performed on equipment such asTerex Top Pick Lift Trucks, Hyster 1-ton, 2-ton & 15-ton forklifts, graders, sweepers, water truck, bucket loaders, yard hostlers, chassis, and truck lifts.

Pay range is $28-$35/HR DOE

Schedule is Monday - Friday

Shift is 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM with some overtime as needed.

Safety Sensitive: Yes

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Performs repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services.

  • Diagnosis and repair of electrical, hydraulic, engine, transmission, suspension, differential, planetary, wet and air brakes on vehicles and equipment.

  • Have basic computer / electronic skills.

  • Utilize vehicle computer electronic systems and laptop programs for repairs.

  • Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.

  • Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 75 pounds.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Shows up to work ON TIME every day ready to work!

  • Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

  • Provide your own mechanics tools.

  • Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate service and technical information.

  • Minimum of 2 to 4 years of experience working with heavy equipment. Open to high school or college graduates looking to get trained in the heavy equipment field.

What we offer to you:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

  • Uniforms/Safety Gear

  • Yearly Boot allowance

  • Tool Allowance

Why you need to join us!

  • Safety # 1 Operating Value

  • INTEGRITY: "saying what you will do and follow through with what you say"

  • Always provide the best Customer Service experience possible

  • Being a Premier rail service company makes it a great place to work

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To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at www.wasteconnections.com .

Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest.

We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future". A link to our benefits overview can be found here: https://careers.wasteconnections.com/us/en/benefits

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

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