MRF Mechanic I

City of High Point • Jamestown, NC

1d • $21 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

The MRF Mechanic I performs skilled mechanical work maintaining, repairing, and replacing machinery and equipment at the Material Recovery Facility. The work includes inspecting equipment, diagnosing mechanical problems, operating equipment as needed, and repairing or replacing mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical components. The position works under regular supervision, though independent work with minimal supervision is sometimes required.

The mechanic orders parts and supplies, maintains inventory and work records, and communicates with subcontractors and other departments. Work must comply with OSHA requirements and City safety standards and policies. The role is based at 5875 Riverdale Rd, Jamestown, North Carolina, and involves working indoors and outdoors, including in varied weather and on platforms, ladders, and catwalks. Candidates must pass applicable pre-employment screening and, where required, a physical exam.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic and/or business math skills.
• Ability to lift or maneuver 50 pounds or more with assistance.
• Ability to work scheduled evenings and weekends, as well as on-call, typically responding within 30 minutes.
• Ability to use tools and equipment for repairing and maintaining mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical components.
• Ability to make repair decisions.
• Valid North Carolina driver's license.
• Ability to read work instructions, directions, reports, documentation, order forms, and related documents; write figures and supply order forms; and communicate verbally with supervisors and coworkers.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the position, including lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, walking, standing, climbing, crawling, reaching, bending, and stooping.
• Ability to work in indoor and outdoor conditions and tolerate exposure to varied temperatures and weather, dirt, trash, garbage, insects, petroleum products, hazardous materials, and maintenance-related chemicals.

Nice To Haves

• English language skills.
• Prior experience in recycling operations and industrial maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-start-of-day machinery checks.
• Troubleshoot mechanical problems and operate equipment as needed.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and replace motors, PLCs, motor drives, electrical drives, motor contacts, hydraulic pumps, conveyors, air compressors, balers, strappers, rollers, and rolling stock.
• Order parts and supplies and maintain order and inventory records.
• Prepare and maintain maintenance, safety, and repair records.
• Inspect machinery and equipment for worn or damaged parts and repair or replace them as needed.
• Clean and safeguard tools, equipment, and machinery to ensure proper use by others.
• Communicate with subcontractors and other departments as needed, including using a handheld radio appropriately.
• Perform work in accordance with OSHA and City safety standards and policies.
• Work independently with minimal supervision when needed and remain open to coaching and developing new skills.

Benefits

• Guaranteed lifelong monthly pension after vesting following five years of service.
• 401(k) and 457(b) retirement plans.
• Paid time off earned within the first year.
• 13 paid holidays per year.
• Tuition reimbursement plan.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans effective on the first day.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED