Heavy Equipment Mechanic 1st Shift PTO & Benefits!

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•San Jose, CA
•$27 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

WM is North America's leading provider of comprehensive waste management and environmental services. We partner with our customers and the communities we serve to manage and reduce waste at each stage from collection to disposal, while recovering valuable resources and creating clean, renewable energy. This role is for a Heavy Equipment Mechanic on the 1st shift, focusing on stable work, employee well-being, and career advancement. The mechanic will be responsible for the service and repair of heavy equipment vital to waste disposal operations. The work environment is a repair/maintenance shop at a hauling site, with rigorous cleaning schedules to protect employees. This role is designated as safety sensitive.

Requirements

  • 3 years of maintenance mechanic experience on heavy equipment
  • A valid driver’s license, with a clean driving record
  • Be over 18 years of age.
  • Legally eligible to work in the United States
  • Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
  • Successfully complete and pass pre-employment drug screen and physical.

Nice To Haves

  • Preferred 5 years of Heavy Equipment Mechanic experience.
  • Mechanic experience with Bulldozers Excavators Loaders Roll Offs, CATS and Volvos

Responsibilities

  • Repair equipment including, but not limited to, bulldozers, scrapers, backhoes, front end loaders, yard trucks, farm tractors, forklifts, and company cars.
  • Diagnose and repair differentials, hydraulic systems, motors, transmissions, drives, air conditioning systems, and electrical systems.
  • Perform preventative maintenance as set out by the site checklist.
  • Complete paperwork and admin tasks such as work orders, card files, P.M. checklists, and oil samples.
  • Service and maintain other equipment such as light plants, water pumps, welders, and other equipment.

Benefits

  • Stable hours for your financial stability
  • Starting salary of $27.04- $40.5 per hour depending on experience
  • Boot allowance worth an additional $300.00
  • Access to a stock purchase plan
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage including dental, vision and prescription coverage.
  • Company-matched 401(k)
  • Adoption assistance and parent support
  • Paid tuition and scholarships for you and your dependents
  • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.
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