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The Heavy Equipment Mechanic is responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of heavy equipment and machinery used in waste management. This role ensures the reliability, safety, and optimal performance of equipment, including bulldozers, excavators, loaders, compactors, and other diesel-powered equipment.
Compensation:
$28 - $32 hourly
Responsibilities:
- Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and inspections on heavy equipment.
- Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues using diagnostic tools and technical manuals.
- Repair and replace components, including engines, transmissions, brakes, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
- Conduct welding and fabrication when necessary.
- Maintain accurate service records, logs, and documentation for all work performed.
- Operate equipment to verify repairs and ensure performance standards are met.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Respond to equipment breakdowns in the field when needed (may include travel or on-call duty).
- Communicate repair needs, delays, or part shortages with supervisors and/or equipment operators.
Qualifications:
- High School diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training .
- Minimum of [3–5] years of experience as a heavy equipment mechanic.
- Proficiency in troubleshooting diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
- Valid driver’s license (CDL may be required depending on role).
- Certification such as ASE or equivalent ( but not required).
- Strong understanding of safety procedures and compliance with OSHA standards.
- Ability to read and interpret service manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
- Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in physically demanding environments.
- Experience with computer diagnostics and repair software (e.g., CAT ET, John Deere Service Advisor, etc.).
- Must be able to work in the elements.
About Company
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off