Diesel & Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County

West Palm Beach (FL)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 74,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Educational assistance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

FRS retirement plan

Job summary

The Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County seeks a skilled mechanic to maintain and repair a wide range of automotive and heavy equipment in West Palm Beach, FL. You will work on diesel and automotive gear, diagnosing and repairing engines, brakes, electrical, and hydraulic systems while performing tire service and welding as needed.

The role requires communication with the public and coworkers, adherence to safety standards, and the ability to lift heavy loads.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
Three years related experience and/or training as a tractor/trailer, automotive or heavy equipment mechanic.
Professional training or technical certifications preferred.
Any combination of experience, education and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and major repairs to cars, class eight tractors, walking floor trailers, graders, bulldozers, tractors, cranes, loaders, and other heavy and off-road equipment.
Repair engines, air brake systems, Allison transmissions, differentials, front and rear suspensions, hydraulic systems, pneumatic undercarriages, electrical and air conditioning systems.
Inspect, produce diagnostic checks, adjust, or replace necessary units and parts on heavy equipment and automotive vehicles.
Operate automotive and heavy equipment as necessary.
Weld and cut various metals to repair SWA equipment.
Perform tire service and repair on SWA equipment.
Perform other related work as required.