• Heavy Equipment Mechanic/Technician Plus 5k Stay…

    Waste Connections (Riverview, FL)


    Heavy Equipment Mechanic/Technician

    • **Sun Country Materials Landfill – Riverview, FL**

    • **Pay: $29–$35/hr + $5,000 Stay-On Bonus**

    •️ **Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–5:00 PM + Possible Saturdays & Year-Round OT**

     

    Waste Connections, Inc. is hiring a **high-energy, self-directed, and organized** Heavy Equipment Mechanic/Technician to join our team in Riverview, FL. Prior experience in the waste industry and familiarity with Equipment Management Software is a **strong advantage** .

    Key Responsibilities:

    + Order parts and build strong relationships with site staff, office clerks, and equipment vendors.

    + Diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems.

    + Maintain and repair landfill equipment including compactors, dozers, excavators, motor graders, haul trucks, and site trucks.

    + Use onboard computer systems to interpret failure codes and initiate repairs.

    + Respond to emergency breakdowns, including those on the landfill working face.

    + Operate and maintain heavy equipment confidently.

    + Complete inspections, safety checks, and maintenance documentation using fleet software.

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

    + Communicate repair needs and updates clearly and promptly.

    Working Conditions:

    + Physically demanding role with lifting/pushing/pulling over 50 lbs.

    + Work may be indoors in a shop or outdoors on the landfill, sometimes in tight or greasy conditions.

    + Safety-first mindset is essential.

    Minimum Requirements:

    + 2+ years of experience working on heavy equipment (yellow iron).

    + Must provide your own tools.

    What We Offer:

    + Competitive pay and year-round stability.

    + Excellent benefits: medical, dental, vision, FSA, LTD, life insurance, 401(k).

    + Unlimited opportunities to “Connect with Your Future.”

    + Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

     

    Waste Connections is an **Equal Opportunity Employer** . All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to disability or protected veteran status.