Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Rumpke Waste & Recycling•Blooming Grove Township, OH

About The Position

Heavy Equipment Mechanics inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy equipment to ensure it is safe and operational. They work with minimal direction and may direct the work of others, although this position does not manage employees. The role includes scheduled maintenance and emergency breakdown repairs, equipment-system troubleshooting, routine welding, and documenting work in a computerized system. Mechanics are expected to follow applicable regulations, company policies, and safety standards while maintaining a clean work area and communicating professionally with customers and colleagues. The position requires physical work that includes frequently lifting or moving up to 50 pounds, with occasional lifting up to 75 pounds and rare lifting up to 100 pounds. Work frequently involves outdoor and shop environments, changing temperatures, wet or humid conditions, airborne matter, and physical activities such as stooping, climbing, sitting, standing, and walking. There may also be exposure to high-traffic or tight driving areas and residential or commercial waste. The posted shift is 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with flexibility to work nights and weekends as needed and overtime, weekends, or holidays.

Requirements

At least 1–2 years of applicable experience.
Experience using repair manuals, electrical wiring diagrams, and schematics to troubleshoot or repair equipment or component failures.
Excellent mechanical aptitude in heavy-equipment maintenance and repair.
Good written and verbal communication skills to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers.
Familiarity with using a computer.
Must possess the tools necessary to perform assigned tasks.
Must be at least 19 years of age.
Legally eligible to work in the United States.
Valid driver’s license, if applicable.
Must successfully complete pre-employment testing.
Must be able to read and speak English.
Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends as needed, and overtime, weekends, and/or holidays.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting or moving up to 100 pounds, and working outdoors and in areas with airborne matter.

Responsibilities

Perform safe heavy-equipment repairs and maintenance in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
Service equipment according to company maintenance schedules and daily inspection reports.
Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues, making necessary repairs, adjustments, or replacements.
Perform emergency repairs when equipment breaks down.
Inspect, lubricate, fuel, and service equipment.
Check, fill, or change fluids and check or change filters for equipment parts.
Inspect, diagnose, and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, air, and brake systems.
Repair and adjust equipment components and operating systems or related components.
Ensure equipment safety devices are in good working order.
Perform routine welding repairs on equipment.
Maintain accurate repair orders, parts usage, and repair times using a computerized system.
Perform housekeeping duties for materials, tools, shops, and work areas to maintain cleanliness and safety in compliance with company and OSHA standards.
Interact professionally with internal and external customers.
Perform other duties as assigned.