Mobile Maintenance Mechanic B - Engine & Hydraulics

Sims Metal; Mays Landing (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sims Metal, a global leader in metal recycling, is seeking a Mobile Maintenance Mechanic 'B' to diagnose and repair mobile equipment. You will work independently to identify and fix issues on engines, transmissions, electrical and hydraulic systems, ensuring equipment is back in service promptly.

The role requires hands-on ability, adherence to safety, and the discipline to complete inspections, minor paperwork, and routine maintenance as part of our zero-harm ethos.

Qualifications

• Proficient knowledge and application of diagnostic tools including multimeters, computers, gauges, probes, scopes, calipers, and other measurement and diagnostic tools required for the repair and maintenance of mobile equipment.
• Ability to communicate issues and concerns about equipment to supervision and outside dealers or technicians when required.
• Physical ability to perform heavy labor.
• Strong safety values.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Rebuild major components (engine, transmission, pumps, cylinders, motors and electrical systems) to manufacturers specifications.
• Determine causes of failure and implement strategies or corrective measures to ensure repeated failures do not occur.
• Use torches, presses, pullers, winches, jacks, lifts and other mechanical devices properly and within capacities.
• Use tools properly and understands which tools are required for each repair.
• Cleaning of radiators and filter housings with compressed air (compression operation).
• Operate vehicles and mobile equipment including fuel trucks, lube trucks, forklifts, pumps, light towers, electrical tools and hoists.
• Complete minor paperwork including inspections, oil sample analysis and reports as needed.
• Perform extended manual labor including but not limited to lifting, shoveling, stocking shelves, sweeping, cleaning and other routing activities associated with the maintenance of the equipment and the maintenance work area.
• Ability to take direction and follow specific policies and procedures when required.
• Perform minor repairs to equipment, ensure equipment is fit for service, be able to perform pre-start inspections and fluid level checks to ensure equipment is safe for operation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Diagnostic tools

Heavy physical labor

Safety awareness

Mechanical aptitude

Communication with supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Sims Metal, a global leader in metal recycling, is seeking a Mobile Maintenance Mechanic 'B' to diagnose and repair mobile equipment. You will work independently to identify and fix issues on engines, transmissions, electrical and hydraulic systems, ensuring equipment is back in service promptly.

The role requires hands-on ability, adherence to safety, and the discipline to complete inspections, minor paperwork, and routine maintenance as part of our zero-harm ethos.