Maintenance Mechanic

External SA Recycling; Harriman (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Uniforms & PPE

Comprehensive benefits

Paid vacation

Job summary

External SA Recycling is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to repair, maintain, and inspect our auto/aluminum shredder and related hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems. The role includes troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, welding, machining, and metal fabrication, outdoors in varying weather.

You will follow SA Recycling safety standards, keep records, and collaborate with others in a safe, professional manner.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial maintenance and repair of hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Willingness to work outdoors in variable weather conditions.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems for the shredder and concentrator.
• Perform preventative maintenance and routine inspections with minimal production disruption.
• Inspect and service motors, belts, sensors, and safety guards.
• Maintain conveyor systems and record work performed.
• Work safely and cooperatively with team.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Vocational/Technical degree in Industrial Maintenance

Tools

Forklift operation

Hoists

Job description

We are looking for hard-working, reliable and safety minded individuals to join our team as an Maintenance Mechanic. As a Maintenance Mechanic you will be responsible for the repair, maintenance, and inspection of our auto/aluminum shredder. The Maintenance Mechanic performs basic to intermediate repair/troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and repairs for all hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems; and will perform welding, machining, and metal fabrication.

This position will work outside in varying weather conditions, and SA Recycling strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

You will have

• A long-term career with a secure industry (recycling).
• Competitive compensation that rewards performance.
• Comprehensive benefits including affordable medical options, dental and vision care, matching 401(k), company-paid Basic Life, wellness programs, and paid vacation.
• Weekly Pay
• Company provided uniforms and PPE
• Potential to work overtime
• Advancement Opportunities

Responsibilities for an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

• Conduct basic to moderately complex diagnostic, troubleshooting, and service and repair tasks for hydraulic, electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems for the auto shredder and concentrator.
• Complete routine inspections for misalignment, wear, and defect and conduct routine maintenance tasks with limited interruptions to production.
• Inspect, install, rig, modify, remove, and repair motors, belts, sensors, safety guards, etc.
• Maintain metal and belt conveyor systems.
• Maintains accurate records of all work performed.
• Communicates and works well with others in a safe and professional manner.
• Maintains a safe, clean, and orderly working area.
• Performs all tasks fully within SA Recycling's Safety and Environmental practices and procedures.
• Perform all other tasks assigned.

Qualifications for an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic:

• Vocational/Technical Industrial Maintenance Mechanic degree, or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Experience working in a scrap metal recycling yard or medium to heavy industrial environment preferred.
• Willingness to work in varying weather conditions.
• Experience in operating industrial equipment such as a forklift, skid steer, and hoists preferred.
• Must be willing to complete, and successfully pass a drug screen, physical and background check.
• Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Work Environment: Scrap yard, large equipment metal processing area
• Equipment & Tools: Yard equipment, electrical Safety equipment, hand tools and PPE specialized for electricians
• Physical Demand Level: Moderate
• Work Capacity: Mechanic Work Capacity
• Sensory Demands: Hearing, vision, smell and touch
• Hand movements: Repetitive motions, gripping, twisting

PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

An offer of employment by SA Recycling is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen, physical exam, and background check with a credit check (if position specified).

All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.