Afternoon Mechanic

PRIORITY WASTE RESOURCES LLC; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

PRIORITY WASTE RESOURCES LLC in Saginaw, Michigan, is seeking a Heavy Duty Machinery Mechanic to perform repairs and maintenance on refuse vehicles and heavy machinery. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years of experience and be capable of working on various mechanical systems, including brakes, hydraulics, and electrical components.

The role involves troubleshooting, engine repair, and executing preventative maintenance to ensure minimal downtime. Candidates must be problem solvers who thrive in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years experience as a heavy-duty technician.
• Must be able to perform basic inspections of brakes, drivetrain, emissions, hydraulics, and transmissions.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and maintenance on refuse vehicles and heavy machinery.
• Complete oil changes and greasing of trucks/equipment.
• Troubleshoot emissions issues.

Skills

Experience with refuse trucks

Basic electrical repairs

Preventative maintenance

Job description

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

Duties include but are not limited to:

• 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

Key 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