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Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Classification
Non-Exempt
Salary Grade
Reports To
Operations Supervisors
Revision Date
October 2024
Summary / Objective
Under general supervision from the Executive Director, Project Manager and Operations Supervisors for Trans Jordan Landfill performs servicing and maintenance on all landfill heavy equipment, large trucks, pickup trucks cars, and miscellaneous equipment.
Duties / Responsibilities
- Performs weekly preventative maintenance service and lubrication on landfill equipment and vehicles; inspects equipment to replace parts and accessories by established schedules or according to time mileage standards
- Diagnose and repairs problems on equipment using computer-based software and / or personal trade skill / assessment
- Removes, disassembles / reassembles, adjusts, and / or replaces defective parts using proper tools and instruments
- Assists and follows up on work done by contract mechanics such as Wheeler Machinery
- Takes oil samples on transmissions, engines, final drives, differentials, hydraulic systems and cooling systems to be sent out for testing to determine wear or usage of internal parts
- Follows established preventative maintenance program, in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications, for all vehicles and equipment
- Maintains records on all maintenance, repair, modification, and fabrication done on vehicles, equipment, and machinery
- Orders (and picks up if necessary) parts needed for repairs on equipment
- Keeps supplies (oils, grease, antifreeze, filters, tools, etc.) stocked as required for daily operation of all landfill equipment and vehicles ensuring that accurate inventory is kept so that unnecessary funds are not spent
- Responsible for changing blades and cutting edges on dozers, compactors, etc.; cuts off worn and welds on new compactor teeth on compactor wheels
- Performs welding on equipment, and metal fabrication when necessary
- Operates tire change machine and repairs flat tires on small vehicles when necessary
- Fuels large equipment on site
- Drives large equipment as required for servicing and diagnostic purposes
- Utilizes work order program to ensure tasks are done according to priorities established
- Inspects, tests, and diagnoses power equipment for mechanical performance and / or malfunction
- Ensures that all fluids and chemicals used are handled and stored according to OSHA standards, including SDS information given to the Compliance Coordinator
- Performs inspections, with corresponding paperwork, for tasks and areas in the shop such as truck crane, general shop safety checklists, etc.
- Frequently performs housekeeping and organizational duties to ensure that the shop and service trucks are kept in a manner to meet and exceed OSHA standards
Safety :
Follows all written and non-written safety standards to ensure personal, co-worker, and customer safetyNotifies Supervisor of potentially harmful or unsafe situationsPerforms all job duties in a manner to ensure employee and customer safetyWears appropriate PPE as directedOther :
Uses equipment, tools, and technology provided to complete tasks (i.e. radio, tablet, fast field program)Performs vehicle inspections (pre and post trips) with corresponding paperwork submission (fast field program)Responsible for proper care and maintenance of equipment, tools and vehicles assignedFollows policies, procedures, and directives as given by managementPerforms other job-related duties as assigned or duties in other job descriptions, as qualifiedMinimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
Graduation from high school or equivalent.Three (3) to four (4) years’ experience as a service mechanic on heavy equipment, large trucks, and pickups (or any equivalent combination of education and experience)Previous experience as an equipment operator desirable.Must have previous experience as a welder (Welding Certification a plus)Special Requirements
Must have a valid CDL Utah Drivers’ License (Class B or higher) within six (6) months of hire and remain insurable.Must pass a Trans-Jordan Physical, Drug Screen, and Background CheckMay be called upon for emergency responseNecessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Perform duties in a safe manner; follow standard safety practices and proceduresKnowledge of landfill regulations and proceduresFollow written and verbal instructions, policies, and proceduresExcellent customer service skillsEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with management, employees and the publicMake decisions based on brief visual observationsEvaluate emergency situations and make appropriate decisionFollow through on challenges as they ariseAct independently as appropriateLearn and apply new training and informationUse tools and equipment appropriate to completing job tasksPerform physically demanding activities for extended periods of time in both an indoor and outdoor environmentKnowledge of equipment operating principles and procedures; considerable knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions relating to equipment operations.Solid waste disposal standards and procedures and earthwork principles and operationFirefighting at landfillAbility to effectively plan and schedule work assignments and job orders; evaluate and accurately control parts inventory; complete appropriate paperwork and documentation; and maintain a well-organized shop and filesConsiderable knowledge of diesel mechanics on heavy equipment, large trucks, equipment, fleet vehicles, and misc equipmentAbility to troubleshoot, diagnose and perform repairs of both gas and diesel equipment with accuracy and efficiency and effectively communicate diagnosis to contract mechanic for major repairs; field tests repaired equipment to insure operating efficiencyKnowledge of large trucks, air brakes, clutches, drive train components and air conditioners in trucks and heavy equipmentKnowledge of mechanical working of pickup trucks (i.e., brakes, electrical systems, etc.) and tire repairAbility to operate a 12,000 lb crane on service truckAbility to read and understand service and parts manuals, repair manuals, and schematicsAbility to keep records on all servicing and / or maintenance performed on all equipment and vehicles at Trans JordanAbility to weld with stick, mig, tig, oxy / accelelene, also air carbon arc torch cuttingPreventative maintenance techniquesWorking Conditions & Physical Attributes
This position may include frequent lifting up to 35 lbs, occasional lifting up to 50 lbs and carry 35 lbs up to 100 feetThis position requires that the person stand continuously and sit or walk with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, and working on irregular surfaces and uneven ground ; a full range of motion in the shoulders, arms, hands, wrists, legs, and feet; and manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination; visual acuity as needed to inspect loadsMust work in extreme outside weather conditions (i.e. hot, cold, dampness, wind) with constant exposure to traffic hazards, noise, dust, fumes, grease and unsanitary conditionsEssential Functions
Essential functions of this position include the ability to effectively and safely perform the duties listed above for a full shift (40 hours per week). The position works outside in extreme weather conditions. The nature of these duties cannot be performed in a different location or environment.This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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