Job Description

Waste Connections has an immediate opening for a Equipment Preventive Maintenance Mechanic at 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: $28.00-$40.00 per hour.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform assigned preventative maintenance services 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:

• 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
• 2-3 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.

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