Mechanic
About The Position
In your role as a Heavy Duty Machinery Mechanic, you will perform repairs and maintenance on refuse vehicles and heavy machinery including, but not limited to: vehicle refuse bodies and control systems, air brake systems, suspension, steering, suspension, hydraulics, electrical, general engine work, HVAC components, drivetrain, and chassis components. Priority Waste is a growing company that provides waste hauling services to both municipal solid-waste and construction and demolition customers. We operate a fleet of residential, roll off, and front load trucks and containers, and our mission is to make the customer experience our #1 priority.
Requirements
- Minimum two years experience as a heavy-duty technician
- Must be able to perform basic inspections of the following: brakes, drivetrain, emissions, hydraulics, emissions, transmissions, general engine, steering and suspension
- Understands work orders and labor time standards
- Experience with maintenance to be performed on refuse trucks and heavy machinery
- People who excel in a collaborative environment (team players)
- A willingness to do whatever the situation calls for
- An excitement to be part of a growing organization
- A genuine understanding that the quality of your work has a direct impact on the company's success
Nice To Haves
- Commercial Driver's License is a plus but not required
- ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Certifications are a plus but not required
Responsibilities
- Keeps up on maintenance of vehicles and equipment
- Performs engine repair and maintenance
- Performs welding and fabrication
- Scans trucks and troubleshoots mechanical issues using electronic tools
- Performs electrical repairs
- Assists with DOT inspections
- Completes oil changes and greasing trucks/equipment
- Repairs tires, including replacement when necessary
- Performs preventative maintenance on vehicles to enable minimal downtime
- Safely executes road service calls when necessary to ensure the equipment is being returned in a safe manner
- Troubleshoots emissions issues
- Actively problem solves
- Executes work orders and turns into Maintenance Supervisor for company records
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
