Afternoon Mechanic

Priority Waste Resources; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Waste Resources is looking for a Heavy Duty Machinery Mechanic in Auburn Hills, MI. This role involves repairing and maintaining refuse vehicles and heavy machinery, ensuring they run efficiently and safely. Responsibilities include vehicle maintenance, engine repairs, and troubleshooting mechanical issues.

The ideal candidate has at least two years of experience as a heavy-duty technician and possesses skills in welding, electrical repairs, and problem solving. A CDL and ASE certifications are a plus, but not a necessity.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years experience as a heavy-duty technician.
• Must be able to perform basic inspections of brakes, drivetrain, emissions, hydraulics, etc.
• Commercial Driver's License is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Keeps up on maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
• Performs engine repair and maintenance.
• Scans trucks and troubleshoots mechanical issues using electronic tools.

Skills

Experience with maintenance on refuse trucks

Problem solving

Welding and fabrication

Electrical repairs

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Brown Rd New - Auburn Hills, MI 48326

Job Purpose

In your role as a Heavy Duty Machinery Mechanic, you will perform repairs and maintenance on refuse vehicles and heavy machinery including, but not limited to: vehicle refuse bodies and control systems, air brake systems, suspension, steering, suspension, hydraulics, electrical, general engine work, HVAC components, drivetrain, and chassis components.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Keeps up on maintenance of vehicles and equipment
• Performs engine repair and maintenance
• Performs welding and fabrication
• Scans trucks and troubleshoots mechanical issues using electronic tools
• Performs electrical repairs
• Assists with DOT inspections
• Completes oil changes and greasing trucks/equipment
• Repairs tires, including replacement when necessary
• Performs preventative maintenance on vehicles to enable minimal downtime
• Safely executes road service calls when necessary to ensure the equipment is being returned in a safe manner
• Troubleshoots emissions issues
• Actively problem solves
• Executes work orders and turns into Maintenance Supervisor for company records

Qualifications

• Commercial Driver's License is a plus but not required
• Understands work orders and labor time standards
• Experience with maintenance to be performed on refuse trucks and heavy machinery
• ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Certifications are a plus but not required
• Minimum two years experience as a heavy-duty technician
• Must be able to perform basic inspections of the following: brakes, drivetrain, emissions, hydraulics, emissions, transmissions, general engine, steering and suspension
• Must be able to work afternoon shift

Desired Employee Qualities

• People who excel in a collaborative environment (team players)
• A willingness to do whatever the situation calls for
• An excitement to be part of a growing organization
• A genuine understanding that the quality of your work has a direct impact on the company’s success