Maintenance Mechanic 1

GreenWaste; California (MO); On-site; USD 56,481 - 60,614; Full time

Job summary

GreenWaste is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic I to perform preventative maintenance and repair on trucks, trailers, and processing equipment. The role requires reading work orders, maintaining logs, and safely operating welding tools.

A Class B CDL and ASE certifications are preferred, with emphasis on maintaining safety and efficiency across facilities. The position supports multiple sites in a safety‑conscious environment and offers growth within a longtime leader in recycling and waste

Qualifications

• ASE certifications are required for electrical/diesel/CNG engines and PM.
• Experience with heavy equipment and safety procedures is essential.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide full, preventative maintenance to trucks, trailers, loaders, forklifts and related equipment.
• Read, document and follow maintenance work orders and inspections.
• Maintain accurate logs of all service performed.
• Operate welding equipment including electric welders and gas torches.
• Maintain a valid Class B CDL and medical certificate.
• Follow safety protocols and company policies at all times.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety procedures

English/Spanish bilingual

Reading/writing maintenance docs

Welder certification

Heavy equipment experience

Class B CDL

Education

ASE Certification: electrical/diesel/CNG engines

ASE Certification: preventive maintenance

Job description

Title: Maintenance Mechanic I
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Manager/General Manager
Pay: $41.50 - $44.50

About The Company

GreenWaste has been an industry leader in recycling and waste diversion for 40 years and is on a growth trajectory after private equity investment in 2021. Our business was founded on principles of environmental sustainability, and innovation is a cornerstone of our ongoing operations and growth strategy. GreenWaste specializes in all aspects of material collection, processing, and sales, tailoring our service offerings to the unique needs of our customers and communities, and helping to shape the evolution of the solid waste and recycling industry. We work directly with 20+ municipalities and 50+ jurisdictions, operate highly regulated facilities in 10+ locations, and have 1,000+ employees.

Position Summary

GreenWaste is seeking to fill the position of Mechanic I to provide support to one or more facilities. This position is responsible for fixing and maintaining all equipment used in the collection and processing of material. This position is responsible for repairing and operating all equipment efficiently while observing all safety protocols to ensure that operations run smoothly.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Provide full-service preventative maintenance to Company equipment including trucks, trailer, loaders, forklifts, carts, bins, debris boxes and associated equipment
• Ability to read and document paperwork for maintenance, inspections and other work orders. Ability to understand and carry out written and/or oral instructions.
• Maintain an accurate log of all work performed
• Ability to use electric welder and gas/acetylene torch
• Maintain a current and valid commercial driver’s license (Class B) and medical certificate
• Adhere to Company procedures, safety protocols and company policies.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to work well with other employees in a team environment and communicate to ensure safety
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Welder certification or experience preferred
• Minimum 5 years’ experience working with heavy equipment

Qualifications

• ASE Certification on electrical, diesel or CNG engines
• ASE Certification on preventative maintenance

Language Skill

• Proficiency in English and Spanish preferred

Physical Demands

• Ability to physically push, pull and lift objects up to 75 lbs.
• Constant bending and twisting
• Frequent standing, walking and semi-frequent sitting
• Constant climbing in and out of company truck

Work Environment

Typical work week is Monday through Friday with a Saturday rotation. Will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. Ability to work in setting with frequent changes in equipment, start/end time, hours of work (including overtime).

This Organization participates in E-Verify.

GreenWaste 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, and/or local laws.