Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Description

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.

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 preferred.
• 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 (preferred 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.

Pay & Benefits:

• Who doesn't like to get paid weekly? We like it, so we provide weekly pay!
• Multiple Health Plans
• Dental 
• Vision  
• We Pay for your $30,000 Life Insurance!  
• 100% Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan with a company match up to 5%
• Safety and Retention Incentives!
• Paid Time Off
• Access to employee discount through LifeMart!

Ecowaste Solutions offers a competitive base salary, opportunity to earn incentive pay, and a comprehensive employee benefits package. Please submit indeed resume and salary history for consideration. Only applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be considered and only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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