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MECHANIC HEAVY EQUIPMENT Republic Services« Back to Search Form
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Location: TX - Jacksonville Job Type: Automotive
Engineering
Base Pay: N/A Required Education: High School
Bonus: Required Experience: At least 1 year(s)
Other: Required Travel: Not Specified
Employee Type: Full-Time Relocation Covered: Not Specified
Industry Environmental


Job ID: 0911124077HEOMechanic


Description


Mechanic Heavy Equipment
We have a Mechanic Heavy Equipment position open in Jacksonville, TX

POSITION SUMMARY:Performs repairs and maintenance on off road trucks, Caterpillar 836H Compactor, bulldozers, excavators and light duty equipment to maximize safe and productive operations.

REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following responsibilities are general duties that a particular employee in this position may or may not be required to perform. The actual duties required of this position will vary.
* Diagnoses mechanical problems
* Perform minor engine repairs, hydraulic repairs, and troubleshooting repairs.
* Performs repairs and maintenance on heavy equipment to maximize safe and productive operations. Typical repairs include, but are not limited to, routine maintenance and repair hydraulic systems, brake systems, transmissions, electrical systems, engines, balers and compactors.
* Reads and interprets VCR''s (vehicle condition reports) and/or repair orders, communicates with supervisor and/or equipment operators for clarification of problems and discusses preventive techniques with equipment users and vehicle drivers to minimize future repairs.
* Completes paperwork associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage and accounts for applied times (work order times versus time card times)
* Fabrication and welding repairs
* Track repairs by vendors, maintain shop supplies, and housekeeping of shop and tools.
* Computer skills needed to input work orders and other required information to maintenance system.
* Follows all safety policies and procedures.
* Performs other job related duties as assigned.
Interested candidates should submit resumes and salary requiements by Tuesday, November 27-Monday, December 03, 2012 and by clicking "Apply Now." Please reference Job Title and Job #0911124077HEOMechanic
TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The following physical activities or abilities are commonly, but not always, associated with the performance of this position. The actual requirements of this position will vary.


* Lift, carry and push/pull at least 100 pounds without difficulty.
* Climb in and out of equipment.
Requirements


Mechanic Heavy Equipment

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION:
Required:
* Equivalent of high school diploma or G.E.D certification and 1 years of related maintenance and repair OR 4 years of related equipment maintenance and repair.
* Valid driver license.

Preferred:
* Mechanical or trade school certificate.
* Certificate in electrical diagnostic.
* Welding and/or fabrication skills and /or experience.

REPRESENTATIVE MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENTS AND/OR SOFTWARE USED:
The following machines, tools equipment and/or software are commonly, but not always, associated with the performance of this position. Actual machines, tools, equipment and/or software used will vary.
* Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to, dusk mask, earplugs, gloves, hardhat, safety glasses, work boots, and safety vest.
* Hand tools including, but not limited to, hammer, screwdriver and wrenches.
* Vehicles including, but not limited to, bobcat, forklift, pickup truck.
* Machines including, but not limited to, drill press, floor jacks, grinders, and welders.

ENVIRONMENTAL/ATMOSPHERIC WORKING CONDITIONS:
The following environmental/atmospheric working conditions are commonly, but not always, associated with the performance of this position. The actual working conditions will vary.
* Shop environment including, but not limited to, machines, tools, heavy equipment, chemicals, solvents, dust and fumes.
* Exposure to residential and commercial waste
* Occasional exposure to extreme weather conditions.

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