Shift Lead - Maintenance/Heavy Equipment

Liberty Tire Recycling•Boardman, OR

11h•Onsite

About The Position

The Shift Lead – Maintenance/Heavy Equipment oversees day‑to‑day recycling operations of tire waste while also leading mechanical maintenance efforts. This individual will guide team members, coordinate work across operations and maintenance, and help ensure a safe, efficient, and productive working environment. The work location is Finnley Butte Landfill, 73221 Bombing Range Rd, Boardman, OR. and the surrounding areas include Hermiston, Pendleton, Lexington, and Umatilla County.

Requirements

Strong mechanical background with hands‑on experience maintaining and repairing heavy equipment, shredding systems, etc. (mechanical aptitude)
Proven leadership, supervisory, or lead foreman experience
Solid understanding of landfill/recycling or heavy‑equipment operations (preferred)
Ability to balance operational oversight with mechanical troubleshooting
Effective communication, planning, and decision‑making skills
Safety‑focused, reliable, and able to set the tone for a positive work culture
CDL experience beneficial but not required

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in the tire recycling, landfill or manufacturing industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead daily operations, ensuring work is performed safely and efficiently
Coordinate, schedule, and prioritize operational and maintenance tasks
Serve as the on‑site lead foreman supporting both operations and mechanical functions
Troubleshoot Barclay tire shredders
Train, mentor, and develop team members to promote strong performance and teamwork
Maintain documentation, safety standards, and compliance across all activities
Work closely with leadership to meet operational goals and long‑term site needs