Container Repair Mechanic

Casella Waste Systems, Inc; Town of Colonie (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Tuition Assistance

Wellness Incentive

Discounted Stock Program

Job summary

Casella Waste Systems, Inc. is hiring a Container Repair Mechanic responsible for repairs, maintenance and installation of compactors and related equipment. The role involves electrical and hydraulic diagnostics, welding and fabrication to ensure safe, efficient operations.

The starting hourly rate for this position is $25 per hour. The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, be 18+, and legally eligible to work in the US. Welding skills are a plus and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years old and legally eligible to work in the US.
• Equipment maintenance/repair experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, perform preventative maintenance and repair compactors and other stationary equipment.
• Read electrical schematics and diagnose electrical problems including high voltage work.
• Read hydraulic schematics and repair hydraulic issues on equipment.
• Assist with installation of compactors and other stationary equipment per schedule.

Skills

Diagnostics & repairs

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Welding & fabrication

Team collaboration

Safety-focused

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

The Container Repair Mechanic performs repairs, maintenance and installs compactors and other stationary equipment, executes work on hydraulics, completes basic electrical operations and welds and fabricates to maximize safe and productive operations.

The starting hourly rate for this position is $25 per hour.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs inspections, conducts diagnostic tests, preventative maintenance, and repairs on varied types of compactors and other stationary equipment.
• Reads electrical schematics, diagnoses and repairs electrical problems on equipment including working with high-voltage electricity.
• Reads hydraulic schematics, diagnosis and repairs hydraulic issues on equipment.
• Maintains knowledge of proper installation of compactors and other types of stationary equipment, performs or assists with installations as scheduled and meets relevant deadlines.
• Ensures and maintains efficiencies so that all scheduled jobs can be handled in a given day.
• Completes paperwork and enters data associated with repairing relevant equipment in an accurate and timely manner.
• Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.

Education, Experience & Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, be at least 18 years of age, and be legally eligible to work in the US. A demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment is expected. Equipment maintenance and repair experience is preferred.

Excellent listening, communication and problem solving skills, proven work commitment and a dedication to safety are required. Welding and fabrication skills are desired.

Attributes

Positive, self-directed individual who has a strong work ethic, is committed to safety, open to personal and professional training and development, and results-oriented with the ability to see the larger picture while focusing on detailed information.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Maternity & Parental Leave, Flexible Spending Accounts, Discounted Stock Program, 401K, Employee Awards, Employee Assistance Plan, Wellness Incentive, Tuition Assistance, Career Pathways, and More.