Heavy Equipment and Diesel Mechanic

Responsibilities

• Conducts basic to moderately complex diagnostic, troubleshooting, and service and repair tasks for mechanical, fuel, brake, suspension, hydraulic, cooling, and electrical systems on a wide range of trucks and equipment.
• Completes routine maintenance tasks (oil and filter changes, lubrication, tire, brake, etc.) on all tractors, trailers and heavy equipment per the manufacturer and SA Recycling recommendations.
• Preforms structural repairs on trailer chassis, sub-frames, and containers.
• Patches holes in trailers and/or containers side panels, floors, or roofs as needed.
• Manages and maintains spare parts inventory.
• Interacts with the facilities General Manager to schedule routine or emergency maintenance or repairs.
• Maintains accurate records of all work performed.
• Performs annual DOT inspections and sign-offs.
• Communicates and works well with others in a safe and professional manner.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly working area.
• Performs all tasks fully within SA Recycling’s Safety and Environmental practices and procedures.

Qualifications

• Vocational/Technical degree highly desired.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and welding skills (stick and MIG).
• Willingness to work in varying weather conditions.
• Three (3) years mechanical heavy-duty truck or heavy equipment service experience in a shop setting or military installation preferred.
• Must have DOT Brake Certification.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Must be willing to complete, and successfully pass a drug screen, physical and background check.
• Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) a plus.