Mechanic Helper

Sims Ltd.; North Chili (NY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Entry-Level Mechanic Helper, where you will support the maintenance team in a physically demanding role. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop your mechanical skills while working with a variety of vehicles and equipment. You'll be involved in essential tasks like preventive maintenance, minor repairs, and ensuring equipment readiness. The organization is committed to creating a safe and responsible recycling environment, providing competitive pay, and a range of attractive benefits. If you're eager to contribute to a sustainable future and grow within a supportive team, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring mechanical skills and physical stamina.
• Basic understanding of engines and hydraulic systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance tasks and minor repairs on equipment.
• Operate and maintain various vehicles and mobile equipment.
• Conduct inspections and complete maintenance documentation.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Understanding of Internal Combustion Engines

Knowledge of Power Transmission

Familiarity with Electronics

Hydraulic Systems Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Forklifts

Power Tools

Air Compressors

Lube Trucks

Light Towers

Hoists

Job description

Mechanic Helper

Date: Mar 12, 2025

Location: North Chili, NY, US, 14514

Company: simsmetalm

Salary Range: 43780.00 - 56914.00 USD

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history.

Job Summary:

The Entry-Level Mechanic Helper plays a crucial role in supporting the maintenance team. This position requires an aptitude for mechanical work and a foundational understanding of internal combustion engines, power transmission, electronics, and hydraulic systems. The role is physically demanding and directly supports senior mechanics and overall company operations.

Major Job Responsibilities:

• Perform routine preventive maintenance tasks, including oil changes, filter replacements, oil sampling, greasing, and pressure washing equipment.
• Clean radiators and filter housings using compressed air and operate air compressors.
• Operate various vehicles and mobile equipment, including fuel trucks, lube trucks, forklifts, pumps, light towers, power tools, and hoists.
• Complete minor documentation tasks such as inspections, oil sample analysis, and maintenance reports.
• Perform extended manual labor, including lifting, shoveling, stocking shelves, sweeping, and general upkeep of the equipment and work area.
• Follow instructions, policies, and procedures as directed.
• Conduct minor equipment repairs, perform pre-start inspections, and check fluid levels to ensure equipment is safe and ready for operation.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned.

A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

Sims is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of all of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone can contribute, advance on merit, and realize their full potential.

To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Principles of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.