Mechanic

Recology; Crescent City (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock ownership plan

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Recology Del Norte is seeking a skilled journeyman mechanic for Crescent City operations. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy landfill equipment, processing machinery, and vehicle systems to ensure safety and continuous operation.

The role emphasizes leadership responsibilities, adherence to DOT and safety standards, and coordination of parts and paperwork. A high school diploma or GED is expected, with trade schooling and CDL preferred within six months of hire.

Qualifications

• Four years of progressively responsible mechanical experience as a journeyman mechanic (or equivalent).
• Waste and recycling industry experience preferred.
• DOT Out-of-Service Criteria knowledge including CHP B.I.T. Inspections and DOT audits.
• Experience with maintenance facilities and vehicles/equipment like balers, conveyors, hoppers, motors.
• Knowledge of diesel/NG engines and heavy equipment components.
• Electrical controls and motor systems knowledge.
• Health/safety regulations familiarity.
• CDL Class A or B with air brake endorsement preferred within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, test, and repair vehicles and heavy landfill equipment including powertrains and drivetrains.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic, electrical, and body systems in refuse vehicles and trailers.
• Maintain processing equipment such as balers, conveyors, and motors; maintain shop facilities.
• Perform basic fabrication using welding equipment and tools.
• Order and manage shop parts, tools, and supplies.
• Complete paperwork and database entries accurately for work performed.
• Lead and direct others by assigning and checking work.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Diagnostics & repairs

Reading manuals & work orders

Lead worker responsibilities

Work under pressure

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school diploma (mechanical)

Job description

City: Crescent City

Location: 1020 - Recology Del Norte

Subsidiary Name: Recology Del Norte

SHIFT: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm (might need to work a Saturday or Sunday shift once in a while)

THE ROLE

Responsible for mechanical maintenance services; maintains, inspects and repairs equipment and vehicles to ensure safety and on-going operation.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, AND ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Diagnoses, tests and repairs vehicles and/or heavy landfill equipment including, but not limited to, powertrains and drivetrains, as well as electrical, steering, braking, exhaust and suspension systems.


• Diagnoses, tests and repairs refuse vehicle and transfer trailer body systems including, but not limited to, hydraulic, body control, electrical and body mechanical systems.


• Diagnoses, tests, repairs and maintains processing equipment such as balers, conveyors, hoppers, electric motors and controls, as well as maintenance shop and company facilities.


• Performs basic fabrication work using welding equipment, torches, tools and/or machinery.


• Orders and maintains shop parts, tools, equipment and supplies.


• Accurately and efficiently completes paperwork and/or computer database entries relating to the work performed.


• Acts as a lead worker by regularly instructing and directing others by assigning, reviewing and checking work.

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:

• Four years of progressively responsible mechanical experience as a journeyman mechanic (or equivalent combination of education and experience).


• Waste and recycling industry experience preferred.


• Experience and knowledge of DOT Out-of-Service Criteria including CHP B.I.T. Inspections and 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.


• Expert knowledge of diesel and/or compressed natural gas engines, heavy equipment mechanical components and parts, as well as fabrication 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.


• High school diploma or GED preferred.


• Graduation from a formalized mechanical trade school highly desirable.


• Valid Class A or B Commercial Drivers License with no restrictions required within 6 months of hire.


• Candidate(s) without valid Class A or B Commercial Drivers License upon hire must possess a valid DOT medical certificate and instruction permit for a Class A or B Commercial Drivers License with air brake endorsement prior to hire.

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 build knowledge and expertise about current job.


• Ability to read product information, manuals, work orders and other information necessary for performing essential job functions.


• Ability to communicate, orally and in writing, 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.

trued to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work conditions, and benefits associated with the job.