Maintenance Mechanic

About the role

We are looking for hard-working, reliable and safety‑minded individuals to join our team as a Maintenance Mechanic. In this role you will perform repair, maintenance, and inspection of the auto/aluminum shredder, handling basic to intermediate troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and repairs for hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems, as well as welding, machining, and metal fabrication. The position works outdoors in varying weather conditions and adheres to SA Recycling’s Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct basic to moderately complex diagnostic, troubleshooting, and service/repair tasks for hydraulic, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems on the auto shredder and concentrator.
• Complete routine inspections for misalignment, wear, and defect; perform routine maintenance with limited production interruptions.
• Inspect, install, rig, modify, remove, and repair motors, belts, sensors, safety guards, etc.
• Maintain metal and belt conveyor systems.
• Maintain accurate records of all work performed.
• Communicate and work well with others in a safe and professional manner.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work area.
• Perform all tasks within SA Recycling’s safety and environmental practices and procedures.
• Perform other assigned tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Vocational/Technical Industrial Maintenance Mechanic degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Experience working in a scrap metal recycling yard or medium‑to‑heavy industrial environment preferred.
• Willingness to work in varying weather conditions.
• Experience operating industrial equipment such as forklift, skid steer, and hoists preferred.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) a plus.

Requirements

• Must be willing to complete and successfully pass a drug screen, physical examination, and background check.
• Work environment: scrap yard, large‑equipment metal processing area.
• Equipment and tools: yard equipment, electrical safety equipment, hand tools, and PPE specialized for electricians.
• Physical demand level: moderate; mechanic work capacity.
• Sensory demands: hearing, vision, smell, touch.
• Hand movements: repetitive motions, gripping, twisting.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including affordable medical options, dental and vision care, matching 401(k), company‑paid Basic Life, wellness programs, and paid vacation.
• Company‑provided uniforms and PPE.
• Advancement opportunities.
• Potential to work overtime.
• Long‑term career in a secure industry (recycling).

Pay

• Weekly pay.
• Competitive compensation that rewards performance.