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LRS

Mechanic

LRS, Atkinson, Illinois, United States, 61235

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LRS is the industry leader in providing innovative and environmentally responsible waste and recycling solutions. Our team delivers exceptional service and value through relentless commitment to customer satisfaction and preservation of the environment. Through our safe and innovative approach to waste diversion, LRS thrives on the passion and innovation of our employees to preserve and sustain the beauty of the towns, neighborhoods and communities that serve. We are excited to hire candidates that align with our Vision and Values: To become the safest, most innovative waste recycler in the world by redefining the way the world views waste.

Live Safety Company Values

Serve With Passion

Innovate Relentlessly

Engage With Integrity

Build Community

Key Responsibilities

The Mechanic is responsible for maintenance and repair of the fleet equipment. Equipment includes but is not limited to wheel loaders, excavators, skid steers, forklifts, man lifts, and grinders.

Perform appropriate preventive maintenance on equipment and necessary repairs to keep machines up and running daily.

Reports To Shop Manager

Primary Responsibilities

Perform services, diagnostics, and parts replacement for company fleet

Identify problems and come up with viable solutions

Service conveyers and various sorting equipment

Qualifications

Work in a team environment

Must have a valid driver’s license

Full-time position with overtime opportunities

Must have own tools (large impact tools will be provided)

Able and willing to learn computer tracking software

Able and willing maintain a clean work environment

ASE certifications and/or vocational/technical training are a plus

Ability to drive a truck with a manual transmission

Ability to work in all weather conditions

Diagnostic and problem-solving skills preferred

Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterityPrevious CDL truck driving experience a plus

Waste industry experience is a plus

Experience with routine maintenance operations is required

Knowledge of Caterpillar, Komatsu, John Deere parts and systems is a plus

Ability to read electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic schematics

Physical Demands / Environmental Factors

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear

Must frequently lift and/or move a minimum of 50 pounds

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Some regional travel required

Occasionally required to stand and walk

Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds

Sporadic local travel required

Work hours: 25-35 hours per week

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full-time

Job Function Management and Manufacturing

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