Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Northwest Container Services, a Waste Connections company, is looking to hire a highly motivated, Heavy Equipment Mechanic to work on a variety of lifts, chassis and construction equipment.

Pay range is $28-$35/HR DOE

Schedule is Monday-Friday

Shift is 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM with some overtime as needed.

Safety Sensitive: Yes

Responsibilities:

• Shows up to work on time every day ready to work.

• Performs repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services.

• Diagnosis and repair of electrical, hydraulic, engine, transmission, suspension, differential, planetary, wet and air brakes on vehicles and equipment.

• Have basic computer / electronic skills.

• Utilize vehicle computer electronic systems and laptop programs for repairs.

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

• Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 75 pounds.

The ideal candidate possess:

• Have a Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

• Provide your own mechanics tools.

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

• Would prefer a Minimum of2 to 4 years of experience working with heavy equipment. Would be open to high school or college graduates looking to get trained in the heavy equipment field.

What we offer to you:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

• Uniforms/Safety Gear

• Yearly Boot allowance

• Tool Allowance

Why you need to join us!

• Safety # 1 Operating Value

• INTEGRITY: "saying what you will do and follow through with what you say"

• Always provide the best Customer Service experience possible

• Being a Premier rail service company makes it a great place to work

To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application atwww.wasteconnections.com.

Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest.

We offer excellent benefits including:medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K retirementand unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future".

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