Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Core
Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and emission systems on heavy equipment, compact equipment, light service vehicles, and trucks to maximize safe and productive operations.
Role type
Heavy Equipment Mechanic (IC)
Builds
Operational readiness of fleet vehicles (compactors, excavators, wheel loaders, trucks)
Domain
Waste management / Environmental services / Heavy machinery
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Diesel engine overhaul, hydraulic system repair, electrical diagnostics, brake system repair, suspension repair, welding/fabrication, oil sampling analysis, Tier 4 emission system knowledge, OSHA HazCom/LOTO compliance
Preferred skills
ASE Certification, Mechanical Trade School certificate, electrical diagnostics certificate
Technologies
Dossier Fleet Management Software, on-board computer systems
Responsibilities
Perform preventative maintenance inspections, read and interpret equipment condition reports, complete daily consumables reports, document parts usage and applied times, communicate with supervisors and operators regarding defects
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC