1004 Mechanic Assistant #6457

International Executive Service Corps; California (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated individual to join their team as a mechanic. This role involves servicing and maintaining a variety of vehicles and equipment, ensuring they operate safely and efficiently. You will be part of a collaborative team that values community and environmental sustainability. The company fosters a supportive environment where you can grow both professionally and personally. If you're passionate about mechanics and want to contribute to a world without waste, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid time off

Health and wellness benefits

Retirement plans

Annual wellness incentives

Employee Assistance Program

Educational assistance

Commuting benefits

Employee referral program

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of mechanical experience with heavy equipment and vehicles.
• Knowledge of job site safety and state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, service, and repair vehicles and equipment for safety.
• Conduct systematic safety inspections of vehicles and equipment.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Hydraulic equipment knowledge

Welding and light fabrication

Job site safety principles

Effective communication

Education

High school degree or GED

Tools

Heavy equipment machinery

Trucks and trailers

Industrial electric systems

Job description

GROW WITH US

As the largest 100% employee-owned company in the resource recovery industry, Recology has a unique workplace culture that guides how we support employees, interact with our customers, service our communities, and care for our environment.

We are a team of trusted advisors and partners committed to superior customer service. We are a diverse group with a shared commitment to excellence and providing high caliber service. We are a collaborative and supportive team looking for a motivated self-starter to join us!

We encourage Recology employees to G.R.O.W. with Us professionally and personally by:

1. Giving Back to our communities.
2. Recovering Resources to achieve their best and highest use.
3. Owning a company that provides quality service and protects the environment.
4. Working Together to achieve our common vision, a world without waste.

THE ROLE

Under direct supervision, supports the servicing, maintenance, inspection, and repairs of vehicles, machinery, and/or equipment to assure the safety and ongoing operation of all vehicles and equipment in the company.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, AND ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

1. Schedules, maintains, services, and repairs vehicles and equipment to assure the safety and ongoing operation of all vehicles and equipment in the company.
2. Checks oil and fluid levels, changes lubricants and filters, applies grease to fittings and moving parts. Maintains records of work orders for each job.
3. Maintains a clean, safe work area; performs duties in a safe manner; maintains awareness of others in work areas.
4. Provides systematic safety inspection of vehicles and/or equipment to established state standards including electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
5. Attends training classes to upgrade skills as the nature and complexity of vehicles and/or equipment change.
6. Works with drivers and operators to determine repair requirements as documented on trip reports, following through to assure that repair has been effective for the operators.

QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

1. Two to four years of progressively more responsible mechanical experience.
2. Three years of related experience including experience with hydraulic equipment, welding and light fabrication, repair and maintenance of heavy equipment machinery, trucks and trailers, and industrial electric systems.
3. Principles and practices of job site safety, potential job hazards, and state and local regulations.
4. High school degree or GED preferred.
5. Valid Class "B" Driver's License with tanker endorsement and no air brake or automatic transmission restrictions. Class “A” Driver’s License preferred.
6. Candidates without valid Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License upon hire must possess a valid DOT medical certificate and instruction permit for a Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License with air brake endorsement prior to hire.

Skill and/or Ability to:

1. Promote the WASTE ZERO philosophy by making the best and highest use of all resources.
2. Work under pressure, handle stressful situations, and maintain flexibility.
3. Maintain high levels of activity or productivity; operating with effectiveness, and determination over extended periods of time.
4. Ability to understand safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
5. Consistently build knowledge and expertise about current job.
6. Communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, and customers.

RECOLOGY OFFERS:

1. An ecologically innovative company that finds and mentors people committed to protecting the environment and sustaining our communities.
2. The largest employee-owned resource recovery company in the industry with terrific benefits to help you prosper.
3. A creative and caring culture that values community, diversity, altruism, accountability, collaboration, and learning by doing.
4. An inspired company mission driven to use and return resources to their best and highest use through the practice of the 4R’s: Reduce, Re-use, Recycle, and Recologize.
5. Distinct professional challenges to connect with, care for, and grow community that sees a world without waste.

RECOLOGY BENEFITS MAY INCLUDE:

1. Paid time off and paid holidays.
2. Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
3. Retirement plans (Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401(k) with match).
4. Annual wellness incentives.
5. Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
6. Educational assistance.
7. Commuting benefits.
8. Employee referral program.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job; and pursuant to applicable law, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal records. It is important that you provide accurate information on the job application; inaccurate information may cause delays in the processing of your application and/or may disqualify you as a candidate.

Recology is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse work environment where employees are valued, heard, and provided development opportunities. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis that is prohibited by law.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work conditions, and benefits associated with the job.