1003 Mechanic - Night Shift #7193

Recology • Marysville, CA

192d • $34

About The Position

The Mechanic is responsible for mechanical maintenance services, maintaining, inspecting, and repairing equipment and vehicles to ensure safety and ongoing operation. This role includes diagnosing, testing, and repairing vehicles and heavy landfill equipment, as well as processing equipment such as balers and conveyors. The Mechanic will also perform basic fabrication work, order and maintain shop parts, and complete necessary paperwork accurately.

Requirements

• Four years of progressively responsible mechanical experience as a journeyman mechanic or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Waste and recycling industry experience preferred.
• Experience and knowledge of DOT Out-of-Service Criteria including CHP B.I.T. Inspections and DOT compliance audits.
• Experience working in a maintenance facility or related environment with vehicles and processing equipment preferred.
• Expert knowledge of diesel and/or compressed natural gas engines, heavy equipment mechanical components and parts.
• Knowledge of alternating and direct current electrical controls and motor systems.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local job site health and safety rules, regulations and best practices.
• Basic computer programs.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Graduation from a formalized mechanical trade school highly desirable.
• Valid Class A or B Commercial Drivers License with no restrictions required within 12 weeks of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work any assigned shift.
• Ability to promote the WASTE ZERO philosophy.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle stressful situations.
• Ability to maintain high levels of activity or productivity.
• Ability to build knowledge and expertise about current job.
• Ability to read product information, manuals, work orders and other necessary information.
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers, supervisors and customers.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses, tests and repairs vehicles and/or heavy landfill equipment including powertrains and drivetrains, as well as electrical, steering, braking, exhaust and suspension systems.
• Diagnoses, tests and repairs refuse vehicle and transfer trailer body systems including hydraulic, body control, electrical and body mechanical systems.
• Diagnoses, tests, repairs and maintains processing equipment such as balers, conveyors, hoppers, electric motors and controls.
• Performs basic fabrication work using welding equipment, torches, tools and/or machinery.
• Orders and maintains shop parts, tools, equipment and supplies.
• Accurately and efficiently completes paperwork and/or computer database entries relating to the work performed.
• Acts as a lead worker by regularly instructing and directing others by assigning, reviewing and checking work.

Benefits

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Retirement plans (Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401(k) with match).
• Annual wellness incentives.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Educational assistance.
• Commuting benefits.
• Employee referral program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Waste Management and Remediation Services
• Education Level: High school or GED