Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Waste Connections has an immediate opening for a Heavy Equipment Mechanic based out of our Turkey Creek Landfill in Alvarado, Texas. 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: $38.00 - $45.00 plus for well experienced individuals - 55-60 hours per week.

Estimated yearly Compensation: $123,000.00 - $146,000.00 Plus Per Year.

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.