Heavy Equipment Mechanic

** Heavy Equipment Mechanic / Technician (Yellow Iron)**

Sun Country Materials Landfill | Riverview, FL

Waste Connections, Inc.

Pay: $28.00 - $31.00/hour DOE

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Occasional Saturdays: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Year-Round Overtime Available

Join a Stable, Growing Industry Leader

Waste Connections is seeking a motivated, experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic / Technician to join our team at Sun Country Materials Landfill in Riverview, FL . This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanic who enjoys working on Yellow Iron and heavy equipment in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.

The ideal candidate will have strong diagnostic and repair skills, experience working on heavy equipment, and a commitment to safety and teamwork. Previous waste industry experience and familiarity with fleet maintenance software are highly preferred.

What You'll Do

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair a variety of heavy equipment and support vehicles.

• Perform preventative maintenance inspections and scheduled services.

• Repair and maintain:

• Landfill Compactors

• Dozers

• Excavators

• Motor Graders

• Haul Trucks

• Site Trucks

• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, electrical, suspension, brake, and air systems.

• Utilize onboard diagnostic systems and computerized equipment controls.

• Respond to equipment breakdowns, including repairs performed in the field and on the working face of the landfill.

• Complete work orders and maintenance records using fleet maintenance software.

• Order parts and build strong working relationships with vendors, site personnel, and office staff.

• Perform safety inspections and ensure equipment remains operational and compliant.

• Review Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports and complete assigned repairs.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

• Follow all company, environmental, and OSHA safety policies and procedures.

• Effectively communicate repair priorities and equipment needs to management and operations teams.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of heavy equipment mechanic experience

• Proven experience working on Yellow Iron/Heavy Equipment

• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Must provide own tools

• Valid driver's license

• Ability to safely operate heavy equipment when necessary

Preferred Qualifications

• Waste industry experience

• Experience with fleet maintenance management software

• Previous field service experience

• Welding and fabrication experience a plus

Physical & Working Conditions

• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry over 50 lbs.

• Work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

• Frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, standing, and working in confined or awkward spaces.

• Work may be performed in a shop environment or directly in the landfill operation.

• Must be comfortable working around heavy equipment and industrial machinery.

Why Waste Connections?

✅ Competitive Pay - $28 to $31 per hour DOE

✅ Consistent Overtime Opportunities

✅ Stable, Year-Round Employment

✅ Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

✅ Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

✅ Company-Paid Life Insurance

✅ Long-Term Disability Coverage

✅ 401(k) with Company Match

✅ Paid Vacation & Holidays

✅ Career Advancement Opportunities

✅ Industry-Leading Safety Culture

✅ Veteran Friendly Employer

Apply Today!

If you're an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic looking for a long-term opportunity with a growing company that values safety, teamwork, and employee development, we want to hear from you.

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Waste Connections is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.