UN Apprentice Mechanic
About The Position
The Apprentice Mechanic has the ability to troubleshoot major and minor mechanical problems, as well as the ability to repair and adjust all necessary mechanical components. Work assignments will be received in the form of oral or written work orders, but the employee is expected to determine the nature and extent of needed repairs. This role is an individual contributor responsible for performing mechanical maintenance and repairs on heavy vehicles and industrial equipment under general supervision. The Apprentice Mechanic independently troubleshoots routine issues, completes assigned work orders, and escalates more complex repairs as needed. Work directly impacts equipment safety, reliability, and daily operational readiness.
Requirements
- Experience with routine maintenance operations is required
- Ability to perform physical requirements of the job
- Repetitive lifting, pushing, pulling and climbing
- Ability to work in all weather conditions
- Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills
- Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
- Must be 21 years of age, or older
Nice To Haves
- Waste industry experience, a plus
- Completion of college or vocational or technical training, a plus
- A valid CDL driver license is a plus
Responsibilities
- Maintains, repairs and overhauls heavy vehicles and industrial equipment
- Interprets work orders and technical manuals
- Keeps equipment clean, lubricated and maintained
- Diagnoses faults or malfunctions
- Adjust equipment and repairs or replaces defective parts, components or systems
- Obey all workplace health and safety and code of conduct workplace rules
- Undertake the training and assessment required under the training plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
