What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment and Diesel Mechanic position at SA Recycling?
We are looking for hard-working, dependable and safety minded individuals to join our team as a Heavy Equipment and Diesel Mechanic. As a Heavy Equipment and Diesel Mechanic, you will be responsible for the repair, maintenance, and inspection of our fleet of heavy equipment. The mechanic performs basic to intermediate repair/troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and repairs for hydraulic, electrical, mechanical, brake and suspension systems, and will perform basic bodywork repairs.
This position will work outside in varying weather conditions, and SA Recycling strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, Environmental, and DOT standards.
SA Recycling offers:
- Competitive Pay
- Eligible for Safety and Performance Bonuses
- Comprehensive benefits including affordable medical options, dental and vision care
- 401k with a Company Match
- Growth opportunities and promotions from within
- Weekly Pay
- Referral Incentives
- Company provided uniforms and PPE
- Advancement Opportunities
Responsibilities for a Heavy Equipment and Diesel Mechanic:
- 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 equipment.
- Completes routine maintenance tasks (oil and filter changes, lubrication, tire, brake, etc.) on all heavy equipment per the manufacturer and SA Recycling recommendations.
- 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.
- 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 for a Heavy Equipment and Diesel Mechanic:
- Vocational/Technical degree highly desired.
- Two (2) years of diesel mechanic’s service experience in a shop setting or on a military installation preferred.
- Knowledge of Tier 4 engine and emissions diagnostics and repair; ASE Certification a plus.
- Ability to use a variety of diagnosis equipment and programs; KDT, or Cummings INSITE, or other Diesel laptop systems preferred.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical bulletins, schematics, technical manuals, drawings, and procedures.
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record (Class B CDL a plus).
- Willingness to work in varied weather conditions.
- Must be willing to complete, and successfully pass a drug screen, physical and background check.
- Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) a plus
PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
An offer of employment by SA Recycling is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen, physical exam, and background check with a credit check (if position specified).
All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.