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Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Waste Connections•Harper, KS
•Onsite

About The Position

Plum Thicket Landfill is seeking a safety-conscious Heavy Equipment Mechanic to work in Harper, Kansas. The role performs repairs, preventive maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, and service calls for vehicles and heavy equipment, including compactors, dozers, excavators, motor graders, water trucks, and articulated dump trucks. The mechanic may also operate compactors, bulldozers, and wheel loaders. Work takes place indoors in a shop or outdoors at the landfill. The position offers extremely competitive wages and a first-shift schedule.

Requirements

  • Valid driver's license.
  • Ability to read, write, comprehend, and communicate service and technical information.
  • At least 5 years of directly related experience, including maintenance and repair of diesel equipment and yellow iron heavy equipment.
  • Must own personal tools.

Nice To Haves

  • Motor grader experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

  • Perform repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services.
  • Inspect, diagnose, and repair engine and powertrain components, electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems on vehicles and equipment.
  • Repair equipment effectively and efficiently.
  • Conduct safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
  • Perform service calls for emergency breakdowns.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.
  • Operate compactors, bulldozers, and wheel loaders as needed.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • Short-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future"

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