Shop Helper

International Executive Service Corps; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

401(k) with match

Annual wellness incentives

Employee Assistance Program

Educational assistance

Commuting benefits

Employee referral program

Job summary

Recology is seeking a maintenance technician to perform preventative maintenance, inspections, and repairs on refuse trucks and equipment. The role requires basic heavy equipment knowledge and a high school diploma or GED, with a preferred valid driver’s license.

You will work a Mon-Fri shift with possible overtime on weekends as needed. Responsibilities include writing repair orders, sourcing parts, maintaining a safe work area, and following company safety policies.

Qualifications

• Six months of related shop experience.
• Basic understanding of heavy equipment terminology.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventative maintenance and lubrication for vehicles and equipment.
• Inspects safety and maintenance of refuse trucks and equipment.
• Cleans and repairs garbage and recycle containers.
• Writes repair orders from Vehicle Condition Reports (VCRs).
• Picks up parts from vendors as needed.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area per policy and OSHA procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Six months of related shop experience

Basic understanding of heavy equipment

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Role

Under general supervision, performs maintenance and repair duties as directed. Must be available to work any assigned shift.

Shift will be Mon-Fri, 6:00am - 2:30pm. Saturday or Sunday work on occasion with possible overtime available.

Essential Responsibilities

• Performs assigned preventative maintenance and lubrication for vehicles and equipment.
• Services and performs safety and maintenance inspections on refuse trucks and equipment.
• Cleans and repairs garbage and recycle containers.
• Writes repair orders from driver's Vehicle Condition Reports (VCRs).
• Picks up parts from vendors as needed.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Company policy and OSHA safety procedures.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Six months of related shop experience and basic understanding of heavy equipment terminology.
• Valid driver’s or commercial driver’s license preferred.

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.