Mechanic Helper

simsmetalm•Petersburg, VA

8d•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. We are currently looking for a Mechanic Helper to join our facility in Petersburg, VA Job Summary: The entry level or “mechanic helper” must display an aptitude for maintenance related activities. The mechanic helper must have a general understanding of how an internal combustion engine functions as well as rudimentary knowledge of power transmission, electronics and hydraulic systems. The position is labor intensive and is in direct support of the upper level mechanics and the company

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
No prior mobile mechanical experience required
Physical ability to perform heavy labor
Mechanical aptitude
Strong safety values
Ability to communicate issues and concerns about equipment to supervision

Responsibilities

Perform preventative maintenance tasks including but not limited to oil changes, filter changes, oil sampling, greasing and cleaning of machine (pressure washing)
Cleaning of radiators and filter housings with compressed air (compressor operation)
Ability to operate vehicles and mobile equipment including fuel trucks, lube trucks forklifts, pumps, light towers, electrical tools and hoists.
Ability to complete minor paperwork including inspections, oil sample analysis and reports as needed
Ability to 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 checks to ensure equipment is safe for operation
Perform other duties as assigned