Mechanic (Recycling Plant) | Swing Shift

Recology•Santa Rosa, CA

43d

About The Position

Responsible for mechanical maintenance services; maintains, inspects and repairs equipment to ensure safety and on-going operation.

Requirements

Four years of progressively responsible mechanical experience as a journeyman mechanic (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
Experience and knowledge of DOT Out-of-Service Criteria including CHP B.I.T. Inspections and DOT compliance audits.
Experience working in a maintenance facility or related environment with vehicles, processing equipment such as: balers, conveyors, hoppers, electric motors and landfill equipment preferred.
Expert knowledge of diesel and/or compressed natural gas engines, heavy equipment mechanical components and parts, as well as fabrication tools and techniques.
Knowledge of alternating and direct current electrical controls and motor systems.
Knowledge of federal, state and local job site health and safety rules, regulations and best practices; understanding of potential job hazards.
Basic computer programs.
Valid Driver's License required
Ability to work any assigned shift.
Ability to promote the WASTE ZERO philosophy by making the best and highest use of all resources.
Work under pressure, handle stressful situations and maintain flexibility.
Ability to maintain high levels of activity or productivity; operating with effectiveness, and determination over extended periods of time.
Ability to build knowledge and expertise about current job.
Ability to read product information, manuals, work orders and other information necessary for performing essential job functions.
Ability to communicate, orally and in writing, effectively with peers, supervisors and customers.

Nice To Haves

Waste and recycling industry experience preferred.
High school diploma or GED preferred.
Graduation from a formalized mechanical trade school highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Diagnoses, tests and repairs equipment including, but not limited to, powertrains and drivetrains, as well as electrical, steering, braking, exhaust and suspension systems.
Diagnoses, tests and repairs systems including, but not limited to, hydraulic, body control, electrical and body mechanical systems.
Diagnoses, tests, repairs and maintains processing equipment such as balers, conveyors, hoppers, electric motors and controls, as well as maintenance shop and company facilities.
Performs basic fabrication work using welding equipment, torches, tools and/or machinery.
Orders and maintains shop parts, tools, equipment and supplies.
Accurately and efficiently completes paperwork and/or computer database entries relating to the work performed.
Acts as a lead worker by regularly instructing and directing others by assigning, reviewing and checking work.