Heavy construction Jobs in San Jose, CA

Job Description

Job Description

Title : Heavy Equipment Mechanic

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt

Reports To : Maintenance Manager

Job Code : HCET

Department : Maintenance

Pay : $50 to $55

About the Company :

GreenWaste® has been an industry leader in recycling and waste diversion for more than 40 years and is on a growth trajectory after private equity investment in 2021. Our business was founded on principles of environmental sustainability, and innovation is a cornerstone of our ongoing operations and growth strategy. GreenWaste specializes in all aspects of material collection, processing, and sales, tailoring our service offerings to the unique needs of our customers and communities, and helping to shape the evolution of the solid waste and recycling industry. We work directly with 20+ municipalities and 50+ jurisdictions, operate highly regulated facilities in 10+ locations, and have 1,000+ employees.

We are seeking a highly skilled, experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join our team.

Position Summary

This role is responsible for the inspection, diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of a wide range of heavy-duty construction equipment including loaders, bulldozers, excavators, graders, backhoes, and other diesel- and hydraulic-powered machinery. This role ensures all equipment is safe, reliable, and operating at peak performance to support efficient and continuous operations. Some local travel will be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Experienced and proficient with utilizing OEM diagnostics equipment and programs to troubleshoot and identify root cause of failure(s) with diverse blend of OEM brands of Heavy Construction Equipment (Caterpillar, John Dere & Volvo)
• Independently perform all aspects of preventive maintenance and heavy repairs of all OEM heavy construction equipment, recondition, repair, and assembly of equipment assigned by Maintenance Manager.
• Provide mobile cross-functional support to other GW locations
• Must be able to independently analyze parts reusability, order parts, keep track of asset compliance percentages, and complete repairs in a timely manner.
• Adhere to OSHA standards and GreenWaste safety policies, being an advocate for compliance and setting the standard amongst peers.
• Maintain assigned service truck, accountability of tools and diagnostics equipment.

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Compensation and Benefits

Financial compensation will be commensurate with applicable experience. GreenWaste offers a competitive benefits package, including paid time off, holiday pay, 401K benefits, FSA, and full employee coverage for medical, dental and vision insurance.

This Organization participates in E-Verify. Esta Organización Participa en E-Verify .

GreenWaste provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and / or local laws.