Mechanic B

simsmetalm•Newark, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history. The Mobile Maintenance Mechanic "B" possess the ability to diagnose and repair all but the most complicated and technical repairs to Mobile Equipment. Has extensive knowledge and significant experience in repairing internal combustion engines, transmissions, electrical and hydraulic systems. Can work independently to diagnose, identify, correct, repair and return equipment to service. Displays a high level of responsibility towards the well-being and care of the mobile equipment fleet.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Proficient knowledge and application of diagnostic tools including multimeters, computers, gauges, probes, scopes, calipers, and other measurement and diagnostic tools required for the repair and maintenance of mobile equipment
Ability to communicate issues and concerns about equipment to supervision and outside dealers or technicians when required
Physical ability to perform heavy labor
Strong safety values
Strong mechanical aptitude

Responsibilities

Rebuild major components (engine, transmission, pumps, cylinders, motors and electrical systems) to manufactures specifications
Determine causes of failure and implement strategies or corrective measures to ensure repeated failures do not occur
Use torches, presses, pullers, winches, jacks, lifts and other mechanical devices properly and within capacities
Use tools properly and understands which tools are required for each repair
Cleaning of radiators and filter housings with compressed air (compression operation)
Operate vehicles and mobile equipment including fuel trucks, lube trucks, forklifts, pumps, light towers, electrical tools and hoists
Complete minor paperwork including inspections, oil sample analysis and reports as needed
Perform extended manual labor including but not limited to lifting, shoveling, stocking shelves, sweeping, cleaning and other routing activities associated with the maintenance of the equipment and the maintenance work area
Ability to take direction and follow specific policies and procedures when required
Perform minor repairs to equipment, ensure equipment is fit for service, be able to perform pre-start inspections and fluid level checks to ensure equipment is safe for operation
Perform other duties as assigned