• Heavy Equipment Mechanic

    Waste Connections (Uniontown, AL)


    We have an immediate position open for a **Heavy Equipment Mechanic** to work on our fleet of trucks at **Waste Connections** in **Uniontown, AL.** .

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    + Perform repairs and assigned preventative maintenance services. Performs inspections, diagnosis, and repair of powertrain, electrical and hydraulic systems on heavy equipment, such as excavators, wheel loaders, forklifts, man-lifts, etc. Perform power washing on heavy equipment during routine preventative maintenance.

    + Complete required paperwork utilizing equipment maintenance software program associated with repairing equipment, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.

    + Reviews and completes, repairs identified on Daily Inspection Reports.

    + Conducts safety checks on vehicles and equipment.

    + Performs service calls for emergency breakdowns that may take place in the transfer station.

    + Maintain a clean, safe work environment in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.

    + Participate in equipment operator training on best practices on maintenance and proper use of equipment

    WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

    + Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.

    + Work environment is outdoor or may be indoor repair equipment in the field.

    + Usually well-lighted and ventilated.

    + Sometimes necessary to work in awkward or tight positions and to handle greasy or dirty tools. These factors require following basic safety precautions.

    + Expect to know personal limitations and ask for assistance when necessary

    MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

    + Clean Driving Record

    + Trustworthy and possess a high-degree of integrity

    + Self-directed and comfortable working alone

    + Accustomed to changes in priorities and responding professionally to urgent matters

    + 3-5 years’ experience working with heavy equipment

    + Must provide own personal tools and tool box.

    + Welding/fabrication experience is a _huge plus_ !

    What you’ll get from us:

    + Competitive Compensation

    + 401(K) with company match; let us help you save for your future

    + Healthcare; Medical, Dental, Vision

    + Perks, perks, perks! Employee Assistance Mental Health Program, Emergency Travel Assistance, Prepaid Legal Plan, Scholarship Opportunities for kids, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Relief Fund

    + Insurance: Life, Short Term/Long Term Disability

     

    _Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status._

     

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