Diesel Mechanic - Day Shift (Tues-Sat)
Company: Recology
Location: Seattle
Posted on: April 24, 2024
Job Description:
GROW WITH US
As the largest 100% employee-owned company in the resource recovery
industry, Recology has a unique workplace culture that guides how
we support employees, interact with our customers, service our
communities, and care for our environment.
We are a team of trusted advisors and partners committed to
superior customer service. We are a diverse group with a shared
commitment to excellence and providing high caliber service. We are
a collaborative and supportive team and looking for a motivated
self-starter to join us!
We encourage Recology employees to G.R.O.W. with Us professionally
and personally by:
- Giving Back to our communities.
- Recovering Resources to achieve their best and highest
use.
- Owning a company that provides quality service and protects the
environment.
- Working Together to achieve our common vision, a world without
waste. You can G.R.O.W. with Us by becoming our Mechanic - Day
Shift (Tuesday through Saturday - 6am start time)
THE ROLE
Responsible for mechanical maintenance services; maintains,
inspects and repairs equipment and vehicles to ensure safety and
on-going operation.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, AND ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
- Diagnoses, tests and repairs vehicles and/or heavy landfill
equipment including, but not limited to, powertrains and
drivetrains, as well as electrical, steering, braking, exhaust and
suspension systems.
- Diagnoses, tests and repairs refuse vehicle and transfer
trailer body systems including, but not limited to, hydraulic, body
control, electrical and body mechanical systems.
- Diagnoses, tests, repairs and maintains processing equipment
such as balers, conveyors, hoppers, electric motors and controls,
as well as maintenance shop and company facilities.
- Performs basic fabrication work using welding equipment,
torches, tools and/or machinery.
- Orders and maintains shop parts, tools, equipment and
supplies.
- Accurately and efficiently completes paperwork and/or computer
database entries relating to the work performed.
- Acts as a lead worker by regularly instructing and directing
others by assigning, reviewing and checking work.
QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education and experience that would likely
provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.
A typical way to qualify is:
- Four years of progressively responsible mechanical experience
as a journeyman mechanic (or equivalent combination of education
and experience).
- Waste and recycling industry experience preferred.
- Experience and knowledge of DOT Out-of-Service Criteria
including CHP B.I.T. Inspections and DOT compliance audits.
- Experience working in a maintenance facility or related
environment with vehicles, processing equipment such as: balers,
conveyors, hoppers, electric motors and landfill equipment
preferred.
- Expert knowledge of diesel and/or compressed natural gas
engines, heavy equipment mechanical components and parts, as well
as fabrication tools and techniques.
- Knowledge of alternating and direct current electrical controls
and motor systems.
- Knowledge of federal, state and local job site health and
safety rules, regulations and best practices; understanding of
potential job hazards.
- Basic computer programs.
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Graduation from a formalized mechanical trade school highly
desirable.
- Valid Class A or B Commercial Drivers License with no
restrictions required within 12 weeks of hire.
- Candidate(s) without valid Class A or B Commercial Drivers
License upon hire must possess a valid DOT medical certificate and
instruction permit for a Class A or B Commercial Drivers License
with air brake endorsement prior to hire. Skill and / or Ability
to:
- Ability to work any assigned shift.
- Ability to promote the WASTE ZERO philosophy by making the best
and highest use of all resources.
- Work under pressure, handle stressful situations and maintain
flexibility.
- Ability to maintain high levels of activity or productivity;
operating with effectiveness, and determination over extended
periods of time.
- Ability to build knowledge and expertise about current
job.
- Ability to read product information, manuals, work orders and
other information necessary for performing essential job
functions.
- Ability to communicate, orally and in writing, effectively with
peers, supervisors and customers. RECOLOGY OFFERS:
- An ecologically innovative company that finds and mentors
people committed to protecting the environment and sustaining our
communities.
- The largest employee owned resource recovery company in the
industry with terrific benefits to help you prosper.
- A creative and caring culture that values community, diversity,
altruism, accountability, collaboration, and learning by
doing.
- An inspired company mission driven to use and return resources
to their best and highest use through the practice of the 4R's:
Reduce, Re-use, Recycle, and Recologize.
- Distinct professional challenges to connect with, care for, and
grow community that sees a world without waste. RECOLOGY BENEFITS
MAY INCLUDE:
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and
vision.
- Retirement plans (Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401(k) with
match).
- Annual wellness incentives.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Educational assistance.
- Commuting benefits.
- Employee referral program.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job; and
pursuant to applicable law, we will consider for employment
qualified applicants with criminal records. It is important that
you provide accurate information on the job application, inaccurate
information may cause delays in the processing of your application
and/or may disqualify you as a candidate.
Recology is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting
an inclusive and diverse work environment where employees are
valued, heard, and provided development opportunities. Qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status,
or any other basis that is prohibited by law.
This description is not intended and should not be construed to be
an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work
conditions, and benefits associated with the job.
Keywords: Recology, Lacey , Diesel Mechanic - Day Shift (Tues-Sat), Engineering , Seattle, Washington
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