Heavy Equipment Technician

HEAVY EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN

St Louis Composting, producer of STA-Certified Compost, Mulch Products and Soil Blends, is accepting applications for future consideration for a Diesel Mechanic.

BENEFITS

• Competitive pay with performance based annual reviews.
• Opportunities for overtime - 10 or more hours a week during busy season
• 6 Paid Holidays available upon hire
• Weekly Paydays
• Paid Time Off available - 1 prorated week available upon hire + sick time
• $10k in Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with STRONG match with immediate vesting
• Medical, Dental and Vision offered
• Family-oriented positive culture, ideal for those looking for a long-term career
• Opportunity for growth

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspect, repair, adjust and/or replace defective or worn equipment components.
• Cleaning, lubricating, inspecting and conducting routine services
• Orders parts, communicates status and annotates corrective actions
• Comfortable working in a sometimes fast paced environment while maintaining flexibility.
• Ensures a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for each task
• Performing major repair work when required
• Must present a neat and professional appearance
• Other duties as assigned

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Possesses a valid US driver's license and your own tools (Specialty tools provided)
• Experience repairing Caterpillar, John Deere, Volvo equipment to include wheeled loaders, and tracked equipment.
• 2 years of experience with stick welding & wire welding and fabrication
• Able to lift 50lbs and stand for long periods of time
• Experience with grinders, screeners and conveyors is a plus.