Recycling Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Company Info

Circular Services is a leading developer and operator of circular economy infrastructure and services and the largest private recycling company in the U.S. with operations across the country. We help businesses and municipalities reduce and divert waste, lowering disposal costs and fueling local supply chains by ensuring materials are recovered, recycled, and reused. 

About the Role: 

The Mechanic will perform routine maintenance and servicing of equipment and trucks, including but not limited to diagnostics, inspections, parts replacement and system overhauls. 

Location: Jersey City, NJ | Pay rate: $16.00 to $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, Vision insurance
• FSA
• Vacation Time
• 401k matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

Responsibilities:                    

• Inspecting trucks, cranes, bulldozers, and other heavy equipment for proper performance
• Diagnostics using computerized testing equipment
• Enter data in maintenance management system
• Cleaning, lubricating, and conducting routine services
• Cleaning and servicing of machine attachments, such as winches, blades and side booms.
• Perform major repairs when necessary
• Report damaged or faulty equipment, including safety concerns/hazards or defects to leadership on site when identified
• Perform emergency repairs in the field
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Minimum Job Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED preferred
• State issued, valid Driver’s License
• One (1) or more years’ experience with heavy equipment maintenance required, including diesel engine repair, preferably in the compost industry
• Knowledge of location and function of major parts and systems on light & heavy equipment
• Proficient understanding of federal, state, and local job site health and safety rules, regulations, and best practice

Preferred Job Qualifications: 

• Ability to perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on equipment 
• Proficiency with tools, machinery, and repair equipment
• Ability to perform routine visual and manual inspections to identify leaks, wear, and potential issues
• Knowledge of PM schedules and documentation for heavy machinery
• Ability to use company maintenance software
• Recordkeeping skills for maintenance logs, inventory, and service histories
• Communicate effectively with team members and external customers
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction
• Ability to be a team-player for overall company success

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements: 

The normal work environment is outdoors, with exposure to all weather conditions, dirt, high levels of noise, smells/odors and at times exposure to dangerous and/or toxic substances requiring necessary precautions, including PPE

The physical demands described here are representative of those which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the jo b. 

• Position requires the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to, hearing protection, safety-toed boots, utility gloves, hard hat, reflective vest, and safety glasses. 
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination necessary to utilize tools and other equipment necessary to perform job duties 
• Auditory and visual acuity to monitor surroundings, equipment sounds, and safety signals (with or without corrective devices).
• Frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, climbing, and kneeling required in outdoor and uneven terrain environments.
• Tolerance to work in environments with strong odors, dust, humidity, and varying weather conditions (hot, cold, wet), and handle oils, fuels and other necessary liquids/chemicals.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 35 pounds regularly, and up to 50 lbs. with assistance.

EEOC:  Circular Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Circular Services is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Circular Services are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Circular Services will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.