Mechanic

SA Recycling LLC; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

SA Recycling LLC in Birmingham, AL seeks an experienced Mechanic to travel between yards repairing stationary and mobile equipment, diagnosing issues, and performing mechanical maintenance. You will work with engines, hydraulics, brakes, and electrical systems while maintaining safety and cleanliness in a fast-paced scrap yard setting.

Responsibilities include diagnosing problems, replacing faulty parts, welding, and coordinating with site teams.

Qualifications

• Must pass a medical physical and drug test.
• Must pass a background check.
• Bi-lingual English & Spanish a plus.
• Diesel mechanic school or certification preferred.
• Previous experience hydraulic repairs a plus.
• Forklift experience a plus.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Travel to company yards to repair equipment.
• Troubleshoot problems with machinery.
• Repair engines, cooling systems, drivetrain parts, brakes and basic electrical components.
• Remove/replace hydraulic parts and attachments (shears, forks, grapples).
• Perform limited torch cutting and welding.
• Keep work areas neat, organized and safe; dispose of waste properly.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental policies.

Skills

Bi-lingual English & Spanish

Strong communication skills

Basic math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Diesel mechanic school or certification

Tools

Hydraulic repairs experience

Forklift experience

Job description

Mechanic# Careers## MechanicApply: Birmingham, AL: Full time: Posted 8 Days Ago: R-100079**Job Description:****Summary Description** The Mechanic travels to various company yards to repair stationary and mobile equipment.**Job Duties** **Including, but not limited to:**·Drive company mechanic truck to various yards in a given region·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·Keep work areas neat and orderly·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** ·Employees in this position prior to April 2014 are presumed to be qualified and are \"grandfathered\" into their positions.·Must pass a medical physical and drug test·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) and use basic math skills as the job demands·Diesel Mechanic school or certification preferred·Previous experience hydraulic repairs a plus·Forklift experience a plus**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, twistingSA Recycling is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.