Waste Connections is looking for a Heavy Equipment/Yellow Iron Mechanic to join the team at our location in St Cloud, FL.

6:30am to 5:00pm Monday though Friday and Saturday as needed. 

$42.00 plus an hour DOE

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services.

• Performs inspections, diagnosis and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles and equipment. 

• Several pieces of yellow iron currently on site. (Compactors, Dozers, Excavators, Motor grader, Water truck and Articulated Dump Truck)

• Ability to efficiently operate bulldozers, wheel loaders, motor grader, scraper. Compactor experience preferred, but not required.

• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.

• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.

• Ability to operate heavy equipment is desired.

• Knowledge of light and heavy equipment operation and maintenance.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Ability to read, writes, comprehend and communicate service and technical information.

• Minimum of 10 to 15 years of experience equivalent to CAT Field Technician that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified (both diesel and yellow iron experience).

• CDL is preferred but not required at time of hire.

• VETERAN are encourage to apply.

 WHAT WE OFFER:

• Excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future".

• Garbage is very stable and we work year round!

• VETERANS are encouraged to apply.

If you have questions or need help with your application feel free to call the Pete Carreon at 832-510-5681.

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Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.