Mechanic Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three to four years of experience diagnosing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining heavy equipment, heavy trucks, industrial machinery, or related systems; alternatively, an equivalent combination of education, technical training, military experience, apprenticeship completion, certifications, and demonstrated job-related competency.
• Demonstrated ability to independently troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to obtain a medical certificate.
• Ability to use or learn automated systems, including systems for electronic logs and training, as needed to meet business requirements.
• Acceptable PSP Report, including review of violation type, frequency, and total number, with special emphasis on out-of-service violations and crashes.
• Ability to meet Fleet Safety requirements.
• If not CMV-qualified at hire, willingness and ability to obtain and maintain required CMV credentials within a specified timeframe.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to stand up to 12 hours a day; occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds; occasionally crouch, bend at the knees, stoop, or bend at the waist; frequently reach at arm's length and occasionally overhead; twist and turn the neck and trunk; walk frequently on uneven ground; continually handle and grasp tools and parts; and continually communicate through speech and hearing.
• Visual acuity for close detail work and mental dexterity to work independently with attention to detail and continuous awareness.
• Ability to wear safety shoes, hearing protection, respirators, and face shields as required.

Responsibilities

• Adhere strictly to Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.
• Help provide a safe environment for employees, customers, and visitors.
• Diagnose equipment failures and determine corrective actions.
• Perform advanced mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical repairs.
• Complete preventive and corrective maintenance with minimal supervision.
• Use technical manuals, schematics, and diagnostic equipment.
• Validate equipment performance after repairs.
• Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives.
• Provide informal guidance to developing mechanics.
• Perform special projects and other duties as needed or assigned.
• Support internal controls by understanding, communicating, and complying with them, and by suggesting or making modifications to related policies, procedures, and controls.
• Communicate operational problems, code-of-conduct noncompliance, policy violations, or illegal actions upward.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and dependents.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off starting with the first check.
• Paid holidays.