Provider of non‑hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, disposal and energy services.
The Heavy Equipment Technician performs repairs and maintenance on heavy equipment, compact heavy equipment, light service equipment, and light trucks. Typical repairs include preventative maintenance inspections, hydraulic, fuel, exhaust, brakes, suspension, electrical, HVAC, and emission systems.
Technicians read and interpret equipment condition reports and repair orders, communicate with supervisors or operators for clarification, discuss preventive techniques, complete paperwork, record consumables, and collect analyses from oil sampling and fleet management software while following all safety policies and performing engine overhauls.
The role requires advanced knowledge to diagnose and repair mechanical problems, performing preventative maintenance on electrical, diesel and gasoline vehicles such as compactors, excavators, and wheel loaders, covering engines, transmissions, chassis, drivelines, hydraulic, brake, electrical, suspension, wheels, tires, and undercarriages.
Candidates must hold ASE certifications in air brakes, tires, hydraulics, electrical, drivetrain, suspension, steering, and wheel‑end components, have at least one year of heavy‑equipment experience, a Mechanical Trade School certificate or degree, an electrical diagnostics certificate, knowledge of Tier 4 emission systems, welding/fabrication skills, and OSHA Hazard Communication, Lock‑Out‑Tag‑Out, and fire protection training.
Compensation ranges from $25.90 to $35.65 hourly depending on locality, and eligible employees may participate in comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, health care and dependent care spending accounts, short‑ and long‑term disability, life and AD&D insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, employee discount programs, a 401(k) plan with company match, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and other benefits.