Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Synagro Technologies - Pineville, NC

Full-time - Entry Level

Pineville, NC

Waste Management and Remediation Services

About the position

The Farm Equipment Operator/Mechanic performs all mechanical maintenance on fleet equipment, including, but not limited to, trucks, trailers, belt presses and event agricultural equipment (containers, loading apparatus, farm tractors, hydraulic systems, diesel engines and wheel loaders).

Responsibilities

• Provide timely and efficient service to Synagro vehicles and equipment
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, recondition, and service equipment systems and components or make sure they get to the correct vendor of repair
• Communicate findings and make recommendations to management
• Comply with all DOT regulations, including timely and accurate submission of Driver Daily Logs, completion of a Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR) and thorough compliance with all applicable Federal and Local laws pertaining to motor carriers
• Perform daily inspection and required preventative maintenance
• Operate truck in a safe manner at all times
• Maintain professional company image over the road by practicing safe and courteous driving at all times and using only approved haul routes

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required
• 2 - 4 years' mechanical and electrical experience with heavy trucks, trailers, heavy equipment
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (Class A) preferred
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Basic welding knowledge
• Must be competent in fuel systems, engine groups, and failure analysis
• Ability to lift up to 100lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to rebuild equipment and vehicle electrical experience
• Ability to keep and maintain electronic and local hard copy equipment files
• Enter all work orders electronically
• Ability to work overtime

Benefits

• 15 days paid time off
• 10 Holidays
• Medical/Dental/Vision (within 30 days of hire)
• Health Saving Account (HSA) with company match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with company match (fully vested upon hire)
• Career growth and promotional opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement