Mechanic

SA Recycling; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Choice of Medical plans

401k with a Company Match

Weekly Pay

Referral Incentives

Company provided uniforms and PPE

Eligibility for Safety and Profitability Bonuses

Job summary

A waste management company in Augusta, Georgia is seeking a Mechanic with expertise in diesel engines and hydraulic systems. Responsibilities include troubleshooting machinery, performing repairs, and ensuring safety compliance. The position requires passing a preemployment physical, drug screening, and background check. Candidates should possess effective communication skills, and a high school diploma or GED is preferred. Competitive pay, medical plans, and 401k matching are provided.

Qualifications

• Must pass a preemployment physical and drug screen.
• Must pass a background check.
• Previous experience with hydraulic repairs is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively and understand directions.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot problems with machinery.
• Repair engines, cooling systems, and drivetrain parts.
• Remove and repair hydraulic systems.
• Drive company mechanic truck to various yards.
• Inspect the safety of the equipment.

Skills

Diesel engine experience

Hydraulic repairs

Bilingual (English & Spanish)

Effective communication

Basic math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Diesel Mechanic school certification

Tools

Electrical safety equipment

Hand tools

PPE specialized for electricians

Job description

The Mechanic must have diesel engine and hydraulic system experience.

Job Duties

• Trouble shoot problems with machinery
• Repair engines, engine-cooling systems, drivetrain parts, brake systems, and basic electrical parts
• Remove and replace parts of hydraulic systems and tool attachments (shears, forks, grapples)
• Remove and repair some body parts, ladders, platforms, catwalks, and engine covers
• Perform limited torch cutting and welding
• Drive company mechanic truck to various yards in a given region
• Clean up work area at the end of shift
• Inspect the safety of the equipment
• Regular attendance and punctuality are essential job functions
• Organizing materials to have more effective use of space
• Dispose of various waste materials in the appropriate manner
• Inspection to ensure cleanup is completed
• Effective housekeeping in workplace area is an ongoing operation for safety and better hygienic conditions for all team members.

Qualifications

• Must pass a preemployment physical and drug Screen
• Must pass a background check
• Preferred – high school diploma or GED and/or foreign education acceptable
• Bi-lingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plus
• Ability to: communicate with others effectively; understand direction (written or oral) basic math skills as the job demands
• Diesel Mechanic school DOT maintenance or certification preferred
• Previous experience with hydraulic repairs
• must have diesel engine experience.

Job Expectations

Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.

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, touch and taste
• Hand Movements: Repetitive motions, gripping, twisting

SA Recycling offers

• Competitive Pay
• Choice of Medical plans, with Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401k with a Company Match
• Weekly Pay
• Referral Incentives
• Company provided uniforms and PPE
• Eligible for Safety and Profitability Bonuses

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.