Mobile Equipment Mechanic

Reworld; Chester (Delaware County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Reworld is seeking a Mobile Equipment Mechanic to diagnose, repair, and overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment across our facilities. You will schedule maintenance, replace worn parts, test repairs for proper operation, and ensure safety compliance with manufacturer specifications.

The role requires at least four years of vehicle and heavy equipment maintenance experience or equivalent trade training, with ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years vehicle and heavy equipment maintenance experience or two years of trade school plus two years' experience as a mechanic.
• Must be able to operate mobile equipment such as front-end loader and tractor/trailer.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Schedule maintenance for industrial equipment and keep service records.
• Repair or replace damaged parts including braking, diesel, fuel, powertrain, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Test equipment after repair to ensure proper performance and compliance with specs.
• Diagnose faults and operate machines to identify issues.
• Read manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings for repairs.
• Overhaul and test equipment for efficiency and reliability.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Engine diagnostic equipment

Micrometers & gauges

Welding equipment

Job description

Who we areFor more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.Our VisionReworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.Our BusinessReworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.Our ValueReworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world’s largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.All that we’re missing is you. Apply today!About the roleThe Mobile Equipment Mechanic will diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts, tractors, trailers, and other light- and heavy-operating equipment in support of the Facility’s overall operations.POSITION REQUIREMENTS:· Schedule maintenance for industrial equipment and machines and keep equipment service records· Repair and replace damaged or worn parts to braking system, diesel engines, fuel system, power train, electrical system and hydraulic system· Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers’ specifications· Operate and inspect machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects· Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings· Dismantle and reassemble heavy-operating equipment using hoists and hand tools· Overhaul and test equipment to ensure operating efficiency· Adjust, maintain, and repair or replace subassemblies such as transmissions, using hand tools, jacks, and cranes· Repair, rewire, and troubleshoot electrical systems· Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices· Examine parts for damage or excessive wear, using micrometers and gauges· Weld or solder broken parts and structural members, using electric or gas welders and soldering tools· Research, order, and maintain parts inventory for services and repairs· Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on all facility vehicles to ensure that equipment and vehicles operate efficiently and safely· Assemble gear systems, and align frames and gears· Clean parts by spraying them with grease solvent or immersing them in tanks of solvent· Adjust and maintain industrial machinery, using control and regulating devices· Fabricate needed parts or items from sheet metal· Must be able to work on a rotating shift schedule and work overtime as needed including nights,· weekends, and holidays.· Troubleshoot and repair diesel engine emission systems.· Perform major overhaul on diesel engines.· Perform major overhaul on transmissions and other gear boxes.EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:· Minimum of four years vehicle and heavy equipment maintenance experience, or two years of mechanical trade school training and two years’ experience as a vehicle and heavy equipment mechanic· Must be able to operate mobile equipment such as front-end loader and tractor/trailer· High school diploma or equivalentPHYSICAL DEMANDS:· Walk, stand, sit, and climb· Consistently work in various weather conditions· Ability to lift/carry 50lbs· Qualify to wear a full-face respirator· Ability to work from heights and in confined spacesAll Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.Pay TransparencyThis role is covered under a Labor Union / Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). The pay rate and benefits will be according to CBA for the role.Our DEI CommitmentReworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.Know Your Rights (Click to view poster)If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site because of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by going to Reworldwaste.com and clicking on the ‘Contact Us’ button. Under Inquires, select ‘Careers’ in the Interest field, fill out all required fields including your message. In the message section, please note this is a ‘Job Application Accommodation Request’.Attention Staffing Agencies & Search FirmsReworld may sometimes selectively collaborate with staffing agencies and search firms (Agencies). Reworld will only consider candidates from Agencies with whom a signed agreement and a duly authorized work order (for a specific role) has been duly executed. Any unsolicited candidate submissions or candidate submissions from Agencies that do not meet these criteria, will be deemed invalid and ineligible for any fees.