Heavy-Duty Mechanic for Refuse Trucks & Equipment

PRIORITY WASTE RESOURCES LLC; Hamtramck (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Waste Resources LLC is seeking a Heavy Duty Machinery Mechanic to repair and maintain refuse vehicles and heavy machinery across our Michigan fleet. You will service engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, HVAC, and control systems, perform welding, diagnostics, and road service calls as needed, while ensuring DOT compliance and safe operation.

Candidates should bring at least two years of heavy-duty experience, with ASE certifications a plus, and a commitment to reliability, teamwork,

Qualifications

• Minimum two years experience as a heavy-duty technician.
• Experience with maintenance to be performed on refuse trucks and heavy machinery.
• ASE certifications are a plus but not required.
• Must be able to perform basic inspections of brakes, drivetrain, emissions, hydraulics, transmissions, general engine, steering and suspension.

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.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Electrical repairs

Diagnostics & troubleshooting

DOT inspections

Welding & fabrication

Tire replacement

Roadside service

Hydraulics

Education

ASE Certifications (preferred)

Tools

Diagnostic scanners

Welding equipment

Emissions testing tools

Job description

Priority Waste Resources LLC is seeking a Heavy Duty Machinery Mechanic to repair and maintain refuse vehicles and heavy machinery across our Michigan fleet. You will service engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, HVAC, and control systems, perform welding, diagnostics, and road service calls as needed, while ensuring DOT compliance and safe operation.

Candidates should bring at least two years of heavy-duty experience, with ASE certifications a plus, and a commitment to reliability, teamwork,