Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Waste ConnectionsAlbuquerque, New MexicoOn-siteFull-timeMid level, 2–5 yearsListed 3 hours ago

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About this role

BARCO Recycling is looking for a safety-focused Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join our team in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

NOW OFFERING A $4,000 STAY-ON BONUS!

Schedule: Monday through Friday
Shift: 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Pay: $23.00 to $27.00 per hour depending on experience

As a Heavy Equipment Mechanic, you will play an important role in maintaining the overall condition, safety, and reliability of our plant equipment. You will perform maintenance and repairs on light and heavy equipment, including front-end loaders, forklifts, boom lifts, and other machinery used throughout the facility.

Why You Need to Join Us:

Culture
Join a great place to work where empowered, self-directed team members understand the importance of their work and the impact they make each day.

Integrity
We believe integrity means saying what you will do and then doing it. We keep our commitments to our customers and employees.

Respect
We treat our customers and fellow employees with respect. We take pride in the hard work and reliable service we provide to the communities we are privileged to serve.

Job Responsibilities

- Diagnose, troubleshoot, service, and repair plant equipment and machinery.
- Perform preventive maintenance and scheduled equipment inspections.
- Complete minor and major repairs on light and heavy equipment.
- Respond to equipment breakdowns and help minimize operational downtime.
- Maintain accurate maintenance and repair documentation as required.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with company, OSHA, and NFPA standards.

Job Requirements

- At least three years of proven experience maintaining and repairing light or heavy equipment.
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
- Ability to work approximately 40 to 50 hours per week.
- Ability to work overtime when business needs require it.
- Must provide and maintain your own tools.
- Valid driver's license.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds.
- Ability to stand, bend, kneel, climb, and work around heavy machinery.
- Commitment to maintaining a clean and safe work area in compliance with company and OSHA standards.

Why Waste Connections?

Waste and recycling is a stable, essential industry with year-round work.

We offer an excellent benefits package that includes:

- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Career development and advancement opportunities

Apply today and connect with your future!

To be considered for this or any of our current openings, you must complete an application through the Waste Connections Careers website . Additional application information and instructions will be available after you select the position that interests you.

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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