Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Overview Heavy Equipment Mechanic – Murphy Road Recycling Murphy Road Recycling LLC is dedicated to staying at the forefront of recycling and waste solutions. We are innovating at every step. From building the largest state-of-the-art recycling facility in the country and powering our buildings with solar energy, we are committed to you, our communities, and the planet. Our story started with a single truck. In 1974, founder Guy "Sonny" Antonacci and his wife, Mary Ann, established Somers Sanitation, named after their hometown of Somers, Connecticut. Today, three generations of family and a dedicated team of professionals are leading our company into the future. While our fleet, facilities, services, and family have all grown, we take pride in continuing to operate our businesses based on the fundamental principle that has guided us since the beginning - to provide exceptional service and innovation to the communities and people we serve. Join a team committed to taking big leaps forward to remain at the forefront of sustainability. Some see waste. We see possibilities. Position Summary The Heavy Equipment Mechanic is responsible for troubleshooting, inspecting, and maintaining heavy and support equipment safely and professionally. Your Role Diagnose mechanical problems through Cat E.T. and Volvo Prosis/Tech tool software. (training available) Performs routine maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment, including but not limited to hydraulic, brake, and electrical systems, transmissions, engines, etc., to maximize safe and productive operations. Replace parts such as bearings, engines, cylinders, and screens. Overhauls of equipment such as loaders, excavators, sweepers, grinders, etc. Reads and interprets vehicle condition reports (VCR) and daily DVIRs from operators. and orders Communicates problems and preventative techniques to equipment users, vehicle drivers, and supervisors. Completes all necessary paperwork for repairing vehicles and documenting parts usage. Participate in all required Company meetings, including weekly safety meetings. Maintains reasonable, regular, punctual attendance consistent with Company policies, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family Medical Leave Act, and other federal, state, and local standards. Adapts to changing duties, as required, based on business needs. Your Skills Ability to complete safety, operational, and other required training within a scheduled time. Communication skills sufficient to complete required job functions. Demonstrated mechanical ability sufficient to complete routine tasks. Demonstrated success in the use of required safety equipment. Gritty, outgoing, and eager to learn. Effective communication (verbal and written) Strong interpersonal skills The environment is fast-paced, and the person in this role must be initiative-taking, hardworking, highly organized, and an independent critical thinker. Desirable, although not essential, requirements High school diploma or GED equivalent 2 years exerience as an equipment operator in a plant environment or 5 years of related experience which includes training in a plant environment Valid Driver's license and medical card Physical Demands Listed below are key points regarding the job's environmental demands and work environment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) for most of the workday. Required to exert physical effort in handling objects more or less than 50 pounds. Required to be exposed to physical and occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.). Required to be exposed to a physical environment that involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes, or similar elements. Clarity of vision. Murphy Road Recycling, LLC EEO Statement: The Company is committed to and supports equal employment opportunity and affirmative action to all employees and applicants. Equal employment opportunity means equal treatment of employees and applicants without regard to the following legally-protected characteristics: race, color, religion, creed, sex (gender identity), pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, medical condition, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), veteran status, physical or mental disability status or any other legally-protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Murphy Road Recycling