Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Sims Limited; Newark (NJ); Sur place; USD 33 000 - 47 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive pay

Benefits

Union position

Résumé du poste

Sims Metal is seeking a B-Level Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join our Newark, NJ facility on first shift. This full-time union position starts at $29.00 per hour and offers the opportunity to grow technical skills in a heavy industrial setting.

The ideal candidate will have 2–4 years of hands-on experience with heavy equipment, hydraulic and diesel systems, and basic electrical troubleshooting. Strong preventive maintenance and teamwork with senior mechanics are essential.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of hands-on experience in heavy equipment or industrial mechanical maintenance.
• Knowledge of hydraulic, mechanical, and diesel engine systems.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance and intermediate-level repairs.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting experience.
• Welding and fabrication experience is a plus.
• Experience in scrap metal recycling, construction, trucking, or industrial environments is a plus.
• Repair and replace worn components, including hoses, belts, bearings, and hydraulic fittings.

Responsabilités

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, diesel, and electrical issues.
• Perform oil changes, filter replacements, lubrication, and routine servicing.
• Assist senior mechanics with complex repairs and diagnostics.
• Identify potential equipment problems and report maintenance concerns.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

Connaissances

Heavy equipment maintenance

Hydraulic systems

Diesel engines

Electrical troubleshooting

Welding & fabrication

Description du poste

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Date: Oct 27, 2026

Location: Newark, NJ, US, 07105

Company: simsmetalm

Salary Range: 29.00

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic – B Level

Location: Newark, NJ
Starting Pay: $29.00 per hour
Shift: 1st Shift (Day Shift)
Position Type: Full-Time, Union Position

Job Description

Sims Metal is seeking a B-Level Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join our scrap metal recycling facility in Newark, NJ. This is a full-time, first-shift union position starting at $29.00 per hour.

The ideal candidate has solid mechanical experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and can perform routine maintenance and intermediate-level repairs on heavy equipment. This position is ideal for a mechanic looking to continue developing their skills in an industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment, including excavators, loaders, forklifts, and material handlers.

Diagnose and troubleshoot basic-to-intermediate mechanical, hydraulic, diesel, and electrical issues.

Perform oil changes, filter replacements, lubrication, and routine equipment servicing.

Assist senior mechanics with more complex repairs and equipment diagnostics.

Identify potential equipment problems and report maintenance concerns.

Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

Qualifications

2-4 years of hands-on experience in heavy equipment, diesel, or industrial mechanical maintenance preferred.

Working knowledge of hydraulic, mechanical, and diesel engine systems.

Ability to perform preventive maintenance and intermediate-level mechanical repairs.

Basic electrical troubleshooting experience preferred.

Welding and fabrication experience is a plus.

Work independently on routine repairs and assist senior mechanics with advanced repairs.

Experience in scrap metal recycling, construction, trucking, or industrial environments is a plus.

Repair and replace worn or damaged components, including hoses, belts, bearings, and hydraulic fittings.

A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

Sims is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of all of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone can contribute, advance on merit, and realize their full potential. Sims does not discriminate with regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, housing status, source of income, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to any employment decision, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.qualified applicants with a disability in need of a reasonable accommodation may request such without fear of reprisal or discrimination.

To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Principles of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.

Why Choose A Career with Sims?

Sims is a hub of innovation, offering employees the chance to explore new ideas and technologies while providing ample opportunities for personal and professional growth.

With a diverse workforce, Sims fosters a sense of belonging and inclusion where employees can thrive and establish lasting connections. Working at Sims offers the chance to engage with a global network, providing opportunities for travel, cross-cultural experiences, and the ability to contribute to a sustainable future. Sims is renowned as one of the world’s leading sustainable companies, empowering employees to make a difference in creating a world without waste to preserve the planet.

Sims prioritizes employee wellbeing, offering superior benefits packages, meaningful training opportunities, and a supportive atmosphere where employees feel valued and heard at all levels of the organization. Sims maintains a strong focus on safety, where individuals are encouraged to challenge themselves, contribute, and support one another, in a collaborative team environment.

Nearest Major Market: Newark
Nearest Secondary Market: New York City