Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Waste Connections

2d•$35 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

El Dorado Disposal, a Waste Connections Company, is looking for a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to work at our Material Recovery Facility and Transfer Station in Placerville, CA. Mechanics interested in secure, steady employment in a family atmosphere are encouraged to apply. The schedule is Monday to Friday, 7 AM, working 8-hour days. The starting pay is $35 per hour, with a pay range of $35-$45 per hour. This role performs routine maintenance and a variety of repairs on heavy equipment, trucks, pickup trucks, and support equipment at the Transfer Station site.

Requirements

Able to work utilizing safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, uniform, and hearing protection (PPE).
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence accurately.
Ability to speak effectively to employees of organization.
Ability to read and write in English.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Valid Driver's License and clean driving record.

Nice To Haves

ASE Certification a plus

Responsibilities

Diagnose and perform repairs on heavy equipment such as dozer, scraper, compactor, pickup trucks, water trucks, light towers and all equipment on site as needed.
Diagnose and repair all components including electrical, hydraulic, engines, transmissions, air conditioning, and brakes.
Use Caterpillar E.T. program to diagnose and repair.
Follow safety procedures as set out by Caterpillar and Waste Connections Inc.
Use lock-out tag out procedure.
Fill out work orders daily to keep track of hours and work performed.
Provide signatures on all inspection reports upon completion of assignments.
Make parts lists and order parts as needed using a P.O. system.
Fabricate and weld, using gas or arc as needed.
Report all problems to supervisor.
Keep track daily by using a notebook for each machine.
Perform PM services as needed.
Maintain a clean working environment.