Heavy Equipment/Diesel Mechanic

Reworld Waste; Laurel Hill (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Reworld Waste seeks a Heavy Equipment/Diesel Mechanic to diagnose, repair, and maintain various mobile equipment. With over 40 years of leading sustainable waste solutions, this role is crucial to supporting our facility operations. Join us to further our vision towards a carbon-negative future while enjoying competitive benefits including health care from day one and a potential sign-on bonus of up to $5,000.

Benefits

Health Care Benefits

Wellness Program Incentives

401k Match up to 7%

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• 3 years experience in Heavy Equipment Maintenance or 5 years verifiable experience.
• Current valid CDL Class A license is a plus.
• Ability to operate mobile equipment for diagnostic purposes.

Responsibilities

• Repair and replace damaged parts in mobile equipment.
• Test equipment after repairs to ensure compliance.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues.

Skills

Mechanical Problem Diagnosis

Hydraulic System Repair

Electrical System Troubleshooting

Education

GED/HS Diploma

Job description

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Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world’s largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

All that we’re missing is you. Apply today!

About The Role

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic will diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts, tractors, trailers, and other light- and heavy-operating equipment in support of the Facility’s overall operations.

Potential for sign-on bonus up to a $5,000

Key Responsibilities

• Repair and replace damaged or worn parts to braking system, engines, fuel system, power train, electrical system and hydraulic system.
• Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers’ specifications.
• Overhaul and test equipment to ensure operating efficiency.
• Adjust, maintain, and repair or replace subassemblies such as transmissions, using hand tools, jacks, and cranes.
• Repair, rewire, and troubleshoot electrical systems.
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices.
• Weld or solder broken parts and structural members, using electric or gas welders and soldering tools.
  
  

Qualifications

• GED/HS Diploma plus 3 years experience or 5 years’ verifiable experience inHeavy Equipment Maintenance.
• Current valid CDL Class A license is a plus
• Must be able to operate mobile equipment such as front-end loader and tractor/trailer for diagnostic purposes.
• Must be able to diagnose mechanical problems.
• Ability to demonstrate how your actions support Reworld Values and Behaviors, including Safe and Inclusive Workplace, Delivering Results through Trust and Building Breakthrough Capabilities.
  
  

Physical Demands

• Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb
• Ability to lift/carry 50lbs
• Ability to work from heights and in confined spaces
• Qualify to wear a full-face respirator
• Consistently work in various weather conditions
  
  

Shift Work

• Sun to Wed or Wed to Saturday Day shift
  
  

What Reworld Offers You

• Health Care Benefits - start 1st day of employment
• Wellness Program Incentives & Rewards
• 401k - match up to 7%
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Bonus
  
  

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site because of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by going to Reworldwaste.com and clicking on the ‘Contact Us’ button. Under Inquires, select ‘Careers’ in the Interest field, fill out all required fields including your message. In the message section, please note this is a ‘Job Application Accommodation Request’.

Attention Staffing Agencies & Search Firms

Reworld may sometimes selectively collaborate with staffing agencies and search firms (Agencies). Reworld will only consider candidates from Agencies with whom a signed agreement and a duly authorized work order (for a specific role) has been duly executed. Any unsolicited candidate submissions or candidate submissions from Agencies that do not meet these criteria, will be deemed invalid and ineligible for any fees.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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