Mechanic

Job Description:

Job Duties 

Including, but not limited to: 

· Drive company mechanic truck to various yards in a given region 

· Trouble shoot problems with machinery 

· Repair engines, engine-cooling systems, drivetrain parts, brake systems, and basic electrical parts 

· Remove and replace parts of hydraulic systems and tool attachments (shears, forks, grapples) 

· Remove and repair some body parts, ladders, platforms, catwalks, and engine covers 

· Perform limited torch cutting and welding 

· Drive company mechanic truck to various yards in a given region 

· Clean up work area at the end of shift 

· Keep work areas neat and orderly 

· Regular attendance and punctuality are essential job functions 

· Organizing materials to have more effective use of space 

· Dispose of various waste materials in the appropriate manner 

· Inspection to ensure cleanup is completed 

· Effective housekeeping in workplace area is an ongoing operation for safety and better hygienic conditions for all team members. 

Qualifications 

· Employees in this position prior to April 2014 are presumed to be qualified and are "grandfathered" into their positions. 

· Must pass a medical physical and drug test 

· Must pass a background check 

· Preferred – high school diploma or GED and/or foreign education acceptable 

· Bi-lingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plus 

· Ability to: communicate with others effectively; understand direction (written or oral) and use basic math skills as the job demands 

· Diesel Mechanic school or certification preferred 

· Previous experience hydraulic repairs a plus 

· Forklift experience a plus 

Job Expectations 

Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.  

Physical Requirements 

· Work Environment: Scrap yard, large equipment metal processing area 

· Equipment & Tools: Yard equipment, electrical Safety equipment, hand tools, and PPE specialized for electricians. 

· Physical Demand Level: Moderate,  

· Work Capacity: Mechanic Work Capacity 

· Sensory Demands: Hearing, vision, smell, touch and taste  

· Hand Movements: Repetitive motions, gripping, twisting 

SA Recycling is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.