Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Waste Connections has an immediate opening for a  Heavy Equipment Mechanic  based out of our Turkey Creek Landfill in Alvarado, Texas but will need to be able to travel to multiple sites. Applicants for this role must possess a strong, dedicated, safety conscience work ethic along with a positive can-do attitude.  We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits-medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401K. Position is working 55-60 hours a week.

Pay: $32.00 - $42.00 per hour DOE. 55-60 hours per week.

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.
- Often working alone and is expected to report work status and completion of work through-out the day and end of day.
- Will communicate with suppliers and outside vendors to obtain parts and coordinate
- Expect to know personal limitations and ask for assistance when necessary
- Service vehicle equipped with tool boxes, welder/air compressor and crane is provided

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

- Clean Driving Record
- Trustworthy and possess a high-degree of integrity
- Self-directed and comfortable working alone
- Work few but on an occasional weekend
- Accustomed to changes in priorities and responding professionally to urgent matters
- 3+ years’ experience working with heavy equipment
- Must provide own personal tools and tool box.
- Welding/fabrication experience is a  huge plus !

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