About this role
Waste Connections is looking for a Heavy Equipment/Yellow Iron Mechanic to join the team at our location in St Cloud, FL.
6:30am to 5:00pm Monday though Friday and Saturday as needed.
$30.00 plus an hour DOE
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Performs repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services.
• Performs inspections, diagnosis and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles and equipment.
• Several pieces of yellow iron currently on site. (Compactors, Dozers, Excavators, Motor grader, Water truck and Articulated Dump Truck)
• Ability to efficiently operate bulldozers, wheel loaders, motor grader, scraper. Compactor experience preferred, but not required.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:
• Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment is desired.
• Knowledge of light and heavy equipment operation and maintenance.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, writes, comprehend and communicate service and technical information.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified (both diesel and yellow iron experience).
• CDL is preferred but not required at time of hire.
• VETERAN are encourage to apply.
WHAT WE OFFER:
• Excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future".
• Garbage is very stable and we work year round!
• VETERANS are encouraged to apply.
If you have questions or need help with your application feel free to call the Pete Carreon at 832-510-5681.
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Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.