Lube Technician

International Executive Service Corps; Washington; Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Recology in Washington state seeks a maintenance technician to perform safety inspections and preventive maintenance on vehicles and heavy landfill equipment. You will document parts usage and generate repair orders for follow-up actions.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and experience with heavy equipment; DOT compliance awareness is a plus, with opportunities to work with balers, conveyors, and electric motors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One year of preventive maintenance mechanical experience with heavy vehicles.
• Waste and recycling industry experience preferred.
• Experience and knowledge of DOT Out-of-Service Criteria including DOT compliance audits.
• Experience working in a maintenance facility or related environment with vehicles, processing equipment such as: balers, conveyors, hoppers, electric motors and landfill equipment preferred.
• Basic knowledge of diesel and/or compressed natural gas engines, heavy equipment mechanical components and use of tools and techniques.
• Knowledge of alternating and direct current electrical controls and motor systems.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local job site health and safety rules, regulations and best practices; understanding of potential job hazards.
• Basic computer programs.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance and safety inspections on company vehicles, heavy landfill equipment and stationary equipment.
• Accurately and efficiently completes paperwork and/or computer database entries relating to the work performed, documenting parts and supply usage.
• Generates repair orders to communicate defects or areas of concerns for follow up and/or corrective action.
• Performs minor repairs and cleaning of components as required.
• Operates forklift and other yard equipment as required.
• Performs all work in accordance to company standards and policies and DOT standards for safety.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in accordance with company policy and federal, state and local requirements.

Skills

Shift flexibility

Communication

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Documentation

Adaptability

Basic computer skills

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Shift: Monday - Friday, 11:00pm - 7:30am

THE ROLE

Under general supervision, performs safety and maintenance inspections, preventive maintenance on vehicles and/or heavy landfill equipment and/or stationary equipment.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, AND ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Performs preventive maintenance and safety inspections on any or all company vehicles, heavy landfill equipment and stationary equipment.
• Accurately and efficiently completes paperwork and/or computer database entries relating to the work performed, documenting parts and supply usage. Generates repair orders to communicate defects or areas of concerns for follow up and/or corrective action.
• Performs minor repairs and cleaning of components as required. Performs other maintenance related work as required by supervisor or foreman.
• Operate forklift and other yard equipment as required.
• Performs all work in accordance to company standards and policies and DOT standards for safety.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in accordance with company policy and federal, state and local requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One year of preventive maintenance mechanical experience with heavy vehicles.
• Waste and recycling industry experience preferred.
• Experience and knowledge of DOT Out-of-Service Criteria including DOT compliance audits.
• Experience working in a maintenance facility or related environment with vehicles, processing equipment such as: balers, conveyors, hoppers, electric motors and landfill equipment preferred.
• Basic knowledge of diesel and/or compressed natural gas engines, heavy equipment mechanical components and use of tools and techniques.
• Knowledge of alternating and direct current electrical controls and motor systems.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local job site health and safety rules, regulations and best practices; understanding of potential job hazards.
• Basic computer programs.
• Valid driver's license.

Skill and / or Ability to:

• Ability to work any assigned shift.
• Ability to promote the WASTE ZERO philosophy by making the best and highest use of all resources
• Work under pressure, handle stressful situations and maintain flexibility.
• Ability to maintain high levels of activity or productivity; operating with effectiveness, and determination over extended periods of time.
• Ability to understand and follow health and safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to build knowledge and expertise about current job by attending trainings.
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers, supervisors and customers.

RECOLOGY OFFERS:

• An ecologically innovative company that finds and mentors people committed to protecting the environment and sustaining our communities.
• The largest employee-owned resource recovery company in the industry with terrific benefits to help you prosper.
• A creative and caring culture that values community, diversity, altruism, accountability, collaboration, and learning by doing.
• An inspired company mission driven to use and return resources to their best and highest use through the practice of the 4R's: Reduce, Re-use, Recycle, and Recologize.
• Distinct professional challenges to connect with, care for, and grow community that sees a world without waste.

RECOLOGY BENEFITS MAY INCLUDE:

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Retirement plans (Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401(k) with match).
• Annual wellness incentives.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Educational assistance.
• Commuting benefits.
• Employee referral program.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job; and pursuant to applicable law, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal records. It is important that you provide accurate information on the job application, inaccurate information may cause delays in the processing of your application and/or may disqualify you as a candidate.

Recology is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting an inclusive work environment where employees are valued, heard, and provided development opportunities. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis that is prohibited by law.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work conditions, and benefits associated with the job.