Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Reworld Projects•Usa, MA

About The Position

The Mobile Equipment Mechanic diagnoses, adjusts, repairs, and overhauls mobile mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment—including front-end loaders, forklifts, tractors, trailers, and other light- and heavy-operating equipment—to support facility operations. The role maintains facility vehicles and industrial equipment, troubleshoots and repairs diesel engines and emission systems, and performs major overhauls of diesel engines, transmissions, and gear boxes. The mechanic also supports maintenance and operational departments as directed by a supervisor and must work a rotating shift schedule, with overtime as needed, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Reworld describes itself as a sustainable waste solutions company focused on solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle, and recover value from waste streams. The posting states that the level, title, and/or salary may be adjusted based on the applicant’s experience or skills.

Requirements

At least four years of vehicle and heavy equipment maintenance experience, or two years of mechanical trade school training and two years of experience as a vehicle and heavy equipment mechanic.
Ability to operate mobile equipment such as a front-end loader and tractor/trailer.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must have, or be able to quickly obtain, MA 1C/2C/3A Hoisting licenses.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb; work in various weather conditions; lift or carry 50 pounds; qualify to wear a full-face respirator; and work from heights and in confined spaces.
Ability to perform the role’s duties while upholding Reworld’s values, including contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Responsibilities

Schedule maintenance for industrial equipment and machines, and maintain equipment service records.
Repair and replace damaged or worn parts in braking, diesel engine, fuel, power train, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
Test repaired or assembled mechanical products and equipment for proper performance and compliance with manufacturers’ specifications.
Operate and inspect machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects.
Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.
Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools.
Overhaul and test equipment to ensure operating efficiency.
Adjust, maintain, repair, or replace subassemblies such as transmissions using hand tools, jacks, and cranes.
Repair, rewire, and troubleshoot electrical systems.
Diagnose faults or malfunctions using engine diagnostic equipment, including computerized test equipment and calibration devices.
Examine parts for damage or excessive wear using micrometers and gauges.
Weld or solder broken parts and structural members using electric or gas welders and soldering tools.
Research, order, and maintain parts inventory for services and repairs.
Maintain work areas in a clean and orderly manner.
Clean, lubricate, and perform routine maintenance on facility vehicles to help ensure they operate efficiently and safely.
Assemble gear systems and align frames and gears.
Clean parts using grease solvent or solvent tanks.
Adjust and maintain industrial machinery using control and regulating devices.
Fabricate needed parts or items from sheet metal.
Troubleshoot and repair diesel engine emission systems.
Perform major overhauls on diesel engines, transmissions, and other gear boxes.
Work a rotating shift schedule and overtime as needed, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Perform duties as directed by a supervisor in support of maintenance and operational departments.