Preventive Maintenance Mechanic - Diesel - 2nd Shift

About the role

LRS is the industry leader in providing innovative and environmentally responsible waste and recycling solutions. Our team delivers exceptional service and value through relentless commitment to customer satisfaction and preservation of the environment. We are excited to hire candidates that align with our Vision and Values: To become the safest, most innovative waste recycler in the world by redefining the way the world views waste.

• Live Safety
• Serve With Passion
• Innovate Relentlessly
• Engage With Integrity
• Build Community
• Be Accountable

The Preventive Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance and repair of the fleet equipment, including but not limited to wheel loaders, excavators, skid steers, forklifts, man lifts, and grinders. The Mechanic should have demonstrable work practices with safety as the number one goal. You will perform appropriate preventive maintenance on equipment and necessary repairs to keep machines up and running daily.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and perform preventive maintenance on a variety of heavy vehicles, equipment, machinery, and facilities
• Perform services, diagnostics, and parts replacement for company fleet
• Aid in the repair and adjustments or replacements on a variety of components and systems such as tires, hoses, and electrical systems
• Service conveyers and various sorting equipment
• Complete and maintain records of servicing operations such as work orders and daily status reports
• Performs other duties as assigned

This role is an individual contributor responsible for performing preventive maintenance and repairs on company fleet equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient daily operations. The Preventive Maintenance Mechanic works independently and as part of a team to inspect, service, diagnose, and repair equipment, exercising sound judgment in identifying maintenance needs and safety concerns. Decisions and actions directly impact equipment uptime, operational continuity, and workplace safety.

Requirements

• Work in a team environment
• Full-time position with overtime opportunities
• Must have own tools (large impact tools will be provided)
• Able and willing to maintain a clean work environment
• Ability to work in all weather conditions
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Waste industry experience, a plus
• Completion of college or vocational or technical training, a plus
• Experience with routine maintenance operations is required
• A valid CDL driver license is a plus
• Must be 21 years of age, or older

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Handling heavy tools and parts, sometimes lifting up to 70 pounds
• Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and working in awkward positions
• Fine motor skills for handling small parts and tools
• Typically work in garages or workshops, which may be noisy, have unpleasant odors, and limited ventilation
• Exposure to chemicals, oils, and other hazardous substances
• Often required to wear protective gear, such as gloves and safety glasses
• May be required to lift up to 75 pounds

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Occasionally required to stand and walk. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.