Heavy Equipment Mechanic

The Company

LRS is the industry leader in providing innovative and environmentally responsibly waste and recycling solutions. Our team delivers exceptional service and value through relentless commitment to customer satisfaction and preservation of the environment. Through our safe and innovative approach to waste diversion, LRS thrives on the passion and innovation of our employees to preserve and sustain the beauty of the towns, neighborhoods and communities that we serve.

We are excited to hire candidates that align with our Vision and Values: To become the safest, most innovative waste recycler in the world by redefining the way the world views waste.

Live Safety ● Serve With Passion● Innovate Relentlessly ● Engage With Integrity

Build Community ● Be Accountable

Position Title and Summary

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance and repair of the fleet equipment. Equipment includes but is not limited to wheel loaders, excavators, skid steers, forklifts, man lifts, and grinders. The heavy equipment mechanic demonstrates responsible work practices with safety as the number one goal. Performs appropriate preventive maintenance on equipment as well as necessary repairs to keep machines up and running daily.

Reports To

Operations Manager

Responsibilities

• Must be able to perform services, diagnostics, part replacement
• Must have own tools
• Maintains good records
• Knows how to use/willing to learn computer tracking software
• Maintains a clean work environment
• Able to read electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic schematics
• Identify problems and come up with viable solutions
• Has knowledge of Caterpillar, Komatsu, John Deere parts and systems
• Work in a team environment
• Must have clean driver’s license
• Full time position with overtime opportunities

Qualifications / Knowledge / Critical Skills

• ASE certifications are a plus
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the job
• Repetitive lifting, pushing, pulling and climbing
• Ability to drive truck with a manual transmission
• Ability to work in all weather conditions
• Needs excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Previous CDL truck driving experience preferred
• Waste industry experience, a plus
• Completion of college or vocational or technical training
• Experience with routine maintenance operations is required

Physical Demands / Environmental Factors

• Works under moderate supervision
• Requires lifting up to 50-75 pounds, pushing, pulling and bending
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• A valid Driver license
• A valid CDL driver license is a plus
• Must be 21 years of age, or older
• A GED or high school diploma is required

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

Lakeshore Recycling Systems is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.