Mechanic

Job description

SHIFT: Monday- Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm (start time could vary due to shop needs) THE ROLE: Responsible for mechanical maintenance services; maintains, inspects and repairs equipment and vehicles to ensure safety and on-going operation. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, AND ARE NOT LIMITED TO: - Diagnoses, tests and repairs vehicles and/or heavy landfill equipment including, but not limited to, powertrains and drivetrains, as well as electrical, steering, braking, exhaust and suspension systems. - Diagnoses, tests and repairs refuse vehicle and transfer trailer body systems including, but not limited to, hydraulic, body control, electrical and body mechanical systems. - Diagnoses, tests, repairs and maintains processing equipment such as balers, conveyors, hoppers, electric motors and controls, as well as maintenance shop and company facilities. - Performs basic fabrication work using welding equipment, torches, tools and/or machinery. - Orders and maintains shop parts, tools, equipment and supplies. - Accurately and efficiently completes paperwork and/or computer database entries relating to the work performed. - Acts as a lead worker by regularly instructing and directing others b...