Equipment/Truck Mechanic

SA Recycling; Balch Springs (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Safety and Performance Bonuses

401k with Company Match

Weekly Pay

Uniforms and PPE

Job summary

SA Recycling is seeking an Equipment/Truck Mechanic to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair heavy mobile equipment including forklifts, loaders, and trucks. Responsibilities include diagnostic tasks, routine maintenance, parts replacement, and keeping accurate service records.

The role requires proficiency in mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems, along with problem-solving skills, manual dexterity, and tool proficiency. Drug screen and background check may be required.

Qualifications

• Technical knowledge: strong understanding of mobile equipment diesel and gasoline engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Problem-solving: strong logical thinking to diagnose and fix complex issues.
• Manual dexterity: physically fit to handle heavy parts and work in awkward positions.
• Tool proficiency: skilled with hand tools, power tools, pneumatic wrenches, and welding equipment.
• Record keeping: maintain accurate maintenance records and prepare reports.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic, troubleshooting, service and repair tasks on heavy mobile equipment including engines, hydraulics, rockets, brakes, and cooling systems.
• Complete routine maintenance such as oil/filter changes, lubrication, and brake service per manufacturer guidance.
• Replace worn parts, disassemble/assemble major components like powertrains.
• Overhaul and test major systems to ensure efficiency.
• Maintain service records and schedule future maintenance to prevent breakdowns.
• Order and manage spare parts inventory and ensure a safe work area.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Problem-solving

Manual dexterity

Tool proficiency

Record keeping

Education

Vocational/Technical degree

Equipment repair certifications

Tools

Pneumatic wrenches

Welding equipment

Power tools

Job description

We are looking for hard-working, reliable and safety minded individuals to join our team as an Equipment/Truck Mechanic. In this role you will be responsible for the timely and effective maintenance, trouble shooting, and repair of various brands and types of heavy Mobile equipment. Such as Forklifts and bobcats Heavy equipment, loaders, and material handlers and trucks.

This will include but not limited to electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical diagnostics, parts inventory and ordering, report writing, and scheduling.

Responsibilities:

• Conducts basic to moderately complex diagnostic, troubleshooting, service and repair tasks for fuel, electrical, mechanical, brake, and cooling and hydraulic systems on a wide range of mobile equipment
• Completes routine maintenance tasks (oil and filter changes, lubrication, brake, etc.) on all Heavy Mobile Equipment per manufacturer and SA Recycling recommendations.
• Replace worn or defective parts, which can involve disassembling and reassembling major components like power trains and crawler heads.
• Overhaul and test major systems, including engines, transmissions, and hydraulic systems, to ensure operating efficiency
• Maintains accurate service records on all work performed.
• Conduct routine maintenance, like cleaning and lubrication, and schedule future maintenance to prevent breakdowns
• Order and maintain spare parts inventory.
• Weld broken parts, fit bearings, and align frames and gears
• Keep detailed records of all maintenance and repairs performed on the equipment.
• Interact with yard General Managers to schedule routine or emergency maintenance or repairs.
• Maintains a safe, clean, and orderly working area.
• Safe and proper use of assigned vehicles, equipment, and tools.
• Conduct safety inspections and ensure equipment is operating efficiently and safely
• Strong ability to troubleshoot and find solutions to complex equipment problems.
• Performs all tasks fully within SA Recycling’s Safety and Environmental practices and procedures.
• PM’s
• Forklifts and bobcats
• Heavy equipment, loaders, and material handlers
• Problem solving
• Attention to detail
• Prioritizing
• Good communication skills
• Computer skills

Qualifications:

• Vocational/Technical degree highly desired.
• Proficiency in Mobile Equipment mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems is essential.
• Individual equipment repair certifications can be beneficial
• Willingness to work in varying weather conditions.
• Must be willing to complete, and successfully pass a drug screen, physical and background check.
• Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) a plus.

Essential skills:

• Technical knowledge: Must have a strong understanding of Mobile Equipment diesel and gasoline engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems, along with knowledge of the construction, assembly, and maintenance of heavy mobile equipment.
• Problem-solving: Possess strong logical thinking and problem-solving abilities to diagnose and fix complex issues.
• Manual dexterity: Be physically fit to handle heavy parts and work in awkward positions for extended periods.
• Tool proficiency: Be skilled in using a variety of hand tools and power tools, including pneumatic wrenches and welding equipment.
• Record keeping: Maintain accurate records of work performed and prepare reports.

Physical Requirements:

• Work Environment: Scrap yard, large equipment metal processing area
• Equipment & Tools: Yard equipment, electrical Safety equipment, hand tools, and PPE specialized for electricians.
• Physical Demand Level: Moderate
• Work Capacity: Mechanic Work Capacity
• Sensory Demands: Hearing, vision, smell, touch and taste
• Hand Movements: Repetitive motions, gripping, twisting

SA Recycling offers:

• Competitive Pay
• Eligible for Safety and Performance Bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits including affordable medical options, dental and vision care
• 401k with a Company Match
• Growth opportunities and promotions from within
• Weekly Pay
• Referral Incentives
• Company provided uniforms and PPE

PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

An offer of employment by SA Recycling is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen, physical exam, and background check with a credit check (if position specified).

All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.