UN Preventive Maintenance Mechanic

Lakeshore Recycling Systems • Maywood, IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Preventive Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance and repair of the fleet equipment. Equipment includes but is not limited to wheel loaders, excavators, skid steers, forklifts, man lifts, and grinders. The Mechanic should have demonstrable work practices with safety as the number one goal. You will perform appropriate preventive maintenance on equipment and necessary repairs to keep machines up and running daily.

Requirements

• Experience with routine maintenance operations is required
• Must be 21 years of age, or older
• Work in a team environment
• Must have own tools
• Able and willing to maintain a clean work environment
• Ability to work in all weather conditions
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Handling heavy tools and parts, sometimes lifting up to 70 pounds.
• Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and working in awkward positions.
• Fine motor skills for handling small parts and tools.
• Exposure to chemicals, oils, and other hazardous substances.
• Often required to wear protective gear, such as gloves and safety glasses.
• May be required to lift up to 75 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Waste industry experience, a plus
• Completion of college or vocational or technical training, a plus
• A valid CDL driver license is a plus

Responsibilities

• Inspect and perform preventive maintenance on a variety of heavy vehicles, equipment, machinery, and facilities
• Perform services, diagnostics, and parts replacement for company fleet
• Aid in the repair and adjustments or replacements on a variety of components and systems such as tires, hoses, and electrical systems
• Service conveyers and various sorting equipment
• Complete and maintain records of servicing operations such as work orders and daily status reports
• Performs other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree