Mechanic I - 2nd shift

Padnos; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wage

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

100% Tuition reimbursement for for-em

75% Tuition Reimbursement for depend..

First Time Home Buying Assistance

401K Match and Profit Sharing

Performance Driven Bonuses

Job summary

PADNOS, a full-service recycling company, is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic in Lansing, MI. You will inspect and maintain a range of equipment including semi-tractors and trailers, diagnose hydraulic/electrical failures, and perform repairs with attention to safety and quality.

You will also complete all required paperwork and work independently or with a team. The role emphasizes hands-on mechanical ability, problem solving, and collaboration with colleagues to keep equipment running

Qualifications

• 1+ year of diesel mechanic-related experience or related military training.
• Welding and torching knowledge is helpful but not required.
• Strong math and mechanical aptitude and safety consciousness are essential.
• Related experience and ability to repair semi tractors & trailers; good communication; ability to work alone or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and perform preventative maintenance on heavy equipment (semi tractors, trailers, machinery).
• Repair hydraulics, electrical and mechanical components.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose repairs; complete required paperwork.

Skills

Diesel mechanic experience

Troubleshooting

Math & mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safety consciousness

Education

Military training

Tools

Welding

Torching

Job description

Our skilled trades professionals use their hands‑on technical and mechanical abilities to work on a variety of unique equipment to our industry. We are looking for motivated individuals who have the strong ability to troubleshoot, problem solve and the desire to make tomorrow better than today. PADNOS recognizes the demand for skilled trades so we are teaming with educators to develop partnerships and create hands‑on programs for students and individuals.

PADNOS is a full-service recycling company handling paper, plastic, metals and electronic recycling. We tailor recycling programs for consumer and industrial clients throughout the United States. PADNOS was founded over a century ago and continues to transform the recycling industry. The company has thrived as a family business through four generations and has grown to be a market leader and best in class innovator.

PADNOS has a rich history of taking care of our Team Members, their families and the multiple communities we serve. We invest in our Team Members and offer the following benefits:

• Competitive Wage
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 100% Tuition reimbursement for employees
• 75% Tuition Reimbursement for dependents
• First Time Home Buying Assistance
• 401K Match and Profit Sharing
• Performance Driven Bonuses

Heavy Equipment Mechanic Position Summary:

The Mechanic will perform inspections and preventative maintenance on a variety of equipment such as semi‑tractors, trailers, heavy equipment and machinery including brakes, suspensions, electrical, lighting and mechanical.

• Repair hydraulics, electrical and other mechanical components
• Troubleshoot and mechanical diagnosis to identify repair needs
• Prepare and complete required paperwork

Heavy Equipment Mechanic Qualifications:

• One plus year of related diesel mechanic or related military training
• Knowledge of welding and torching helpful, but not necessary
• Mathematical and mechanical aptitude
• Related experience and knowledge of the methods, materials tools and techniques used in repairing semi tractors & trailers
• Strong communication skills, effective communicator
• Proven ability to work alone or in a team setting
• Attention to accuracy and detail
• Demonstrated safety consciousness
• Relevant Military experience