Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Location: Manvel, Texas
Job Type: Full-Time |Hourly| Non-Exempt
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Saturday 8:30 AM–12:30 PM, with potential emergency on-call requirements

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join our maintenance team. In this role, you will inspect, diagnose, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair a variety of heavy equipment, trucks, and machinery essential to our scrapyard operations. If you enjoy solving mechanical challenges, working with your hands, and keeping equipment operating safely and efficiently, we'd love to hear from you.

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues on heavy equipment, forklifts, trucks, balers, crushers, shredders, and other machinery.

• Perform preventative maintenance to minimize equipment downtime.

• Respond to emergency repair requests in both the shop and field.

• Order and replace parts such as brakes, batteries, hydraulic components, tires, and electrical systems.

• Maintain accurate maintenance and repair records.

• Follow all company safety procedures and OSHA guidelines.

• Collaborate with operators and management to ensure equipment remains safe and operational.

Required Qualifications:

• Strong mechanical knowledge of engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and heavy equipment.

• Proven troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.

• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.

• Ability to work in physically demanding environments and various weather conditions.

• Strong commitment to workplace safety.

• Valid driver's license (preferred or required depending on duties).

• Basic computer or mobile app experience for maintenance tracking is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working on heavy equipment in a scrapyard, construction, agricultural, or industrial setting.

• Welding and fabrication experience.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Strong communication and recordkeeping skills.

• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

Industrial recycling facility with exposure to:

• Heavy machinery
• Loud noise
• Dust and outdoor elements
• Varying temperatures

PPE required at all times.

Texmore Incorporated and its subsidiaries are committed to providing recycling solutions that promote sustainability, with a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and compassion. We build lasting partnerships with customers, employees, and the community to create a positive impact. Our core values—honesty, integrity, and transparency—guide everything we do.

Texmore Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate based on any protected status.