Heavy Equipment Mechanic: Diagnostics, Maintenance & Safe Repairs

Rumpke Waste & Recycling; Kentucky; On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Life insurance

Job summary

Rumpke Waste & Recycling in Irvine, KY is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to perform inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on heavy equipment. The role requires safe operation, adherence to regulations, and handling maintenance tasks with minimal direction.

You will service equipment according to schedules, troubleshoot issues with manuals and diagrams, and document repairs. Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work nights or weekends as needed are valued.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of applicable experience in heavy equipment maintenance is required.
• Experience using repair manuals, wiring diagrams, and schematics to troubleshoot or repair equipment.
• Must be able to read and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Perform repair and maintenance of heavy equipment in a safe manner per regulations and policies.
• Service equipment according to maintenance schedules or daily inspection reports.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues and perform repairs or replacements.
• Perform emergency repairs on breakdowns.
• Inspect, lubricate, fuel, and service equipment.
• Check fluids and replace filters as needed.
• Inspect and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, air, and brake systems.
• Weld routine repairs to equipment.
• Maintain repair orders, parts usage, and repair times in a computerized system.
• Keep the shop and work area clean and safe per OSHA standards.
• Interact professionally with internal and external customers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Tools

Computer literacy

Mechanical aptitude

Education

GED or higher

High school diploma or higher

Tools

Repair manuals

Wiring diagrams

Schematics

Job description

Rumpke Waste & Recycling in Irvine, KY is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to perform inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on heavy equipment. The role requires safe operation, adherence to regulations, and handling maintenance tasks with minimal direction.

You will service equipment according to schedules, troubleshoot issues with manuals and diagrams, and document repairs. Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work nights or weekends as needed are valued.