Heavy Equipment Mechanic

EMR USA; Minnesota; On-site; USD 36,368 - 51,797; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

No nights or weekends

Job summary

EMR USA in Becker, MN is looking for a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to maintain and repair heavy equipment, including material handlers and forklifts. This full-time position offers competitive pay starting at $32 per hour, medical and dental insurance, paid time off, and 401(k) with company match. If you have a strong background in maintenance and a dedication to teamwork, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of maintenance experience.
• Experience with heavy machinery repair.
• Background in electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair heavy equipment like forklifts and loaders.
• Perform diagnostic inspections and routine maintenance.
• Keep equipment fueled and lubricated.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Experience repairing heavy machinery

Knowledge of diesel engines

Familiar with pneumatic systems

Welding skills

Job description

About Us

EMR is one of the world’s leading metal recycling companies with a history spanning decades. At EMR, our employees are the heart and soul of our organization. We are committed to creating a workplace that prioritizes the well‑being and safety of everyone. Our company provides a supportive and inclusive community where everyone’s ideas and contributions are valued. We believe in teamwork and collaboration.

Our mission is to provide our customers with efficient and reliable metal recycling services while minimizing the environmental impact of our operations. EMR recycles ten million tons of material annually, everything from beverage cans to aircraft carriers. We work with a wide variety of metals including copper, aluminum, brass, and stainless steel and can recycle it into more than 200 different types of new sustainable raw materials. EMR offers our team a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans with company match, wellbeing benefits, employee assistance program and more.

The Opportunity

As a Heavy Equipment Mechanic at EMR, you’ll play a hands‑on part of keeping our Becker, MN site running smoothly. You’ll work with a team to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair heavy equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment such as material handlers, forklifts, and loaders
• Perform inspections, diagnostics, and routine maintenance
• Dismantle, reassemble, and install parts or new equipment
• Keep equipment fueled, lubricated, and report issues

Qualifications

• 3+ years of maintenance experience
• Experience repairing heavy machinery, metal processing equipment and trucks
• Background in electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and mechanical systems
• Familiar with industrial sized equipment and operations
• Knowledge of diesel engines, welding and fabricating

Compensation and Benefits

• Monday – Friday, 6 am‑6 pm, no nights or weekends
• $32+ per hour, full‑time, year‑round
• PTO and 9 paid company holidays
• Medical and dental insurance
• Employer paid vision insurance
• Employer paid life insurance
• HSA and FSA with employer contribution
• 401(k) with company match

Equal Employment Opportunity

EMR USA Metal Recycling provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. E‑Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This business uses E‑Verify in its hiring practices to achieve lawful workforce.