Heavy Machinery Mechanic

Technician / Mechanic Job Purpose

Maintains equipment operation by completing inspections and preventive maintenance requirements under limited supervision; correcting vehicle deficiencies; making adjustments and alignments; keeping records. This includes onsite and off-site equipment maintenance.

• Minimum of 4 years in Heavy Duty Mechanic.
• Determine vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts.
• Keep equipment safely available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing components and part upgrades; controlling corrosion; completing winterization procedures.
• Correct vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts or systems, such as power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics; complete machine shop operations; make adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.
• Verify vehicle performance by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems.
• Maintain vehicle appearance by cleaning, washing, and painting.
• Perform welding, grinding, and fabrication maintenance functions.
• Maintain vehicle records by annotating services and repairs.
• Keep shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshoot breakdowns; maintain supplies; perform preventive maintenance; call for repairs.
• Keep supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications.

• Understanding of electrical diagnostic including CAN/BUS system, 12
  
  VDC.
• Computer diagnostic pertaining to heavy equipment engine, transmission and body functions.
• General knowledge of hydraulic principles and functions.
• Knowledge of heavy-duty air brake systems and foundation parts including suspensions and steering systems.
• Ability to assess the importance of repair and prioritize from greatest priority (safety, potential to break down on route, spill) to least important.
• Understanding of heavy-duty preventative maintenance inspections.
• Ability to diagnose and complete any repair work in the field by use of service truck.
• Ability to work out doors and inside in all N. California seasons.
• Must have skills to communicate in written form and read manuals, TSB’s, schematics.
• Must have teamwork skills and work closely with co-workers and at times communicate with customers.
• Must place safety first and follow all company safety rules.

Must be proficient regarding:
Tooling, Supply Management, Mechanical Inspection Tools, Technical Understanding, Attention to Detail, Dependability, Thoroughness, Verbal Communication, Documentation Skills, Inventory Control, Job Knowledge, Environmental Compliance & Safety Policy. Physical requirements include: pushing, pulling, dragging, climbing, lifting items up to 75 pounds, no limitations while kneeling, bending, laying, working in all physical body positions, and capable to work in all weather conditions.

Northern Recycling has been operating in Yolo County for over a decade and now has a brand new facility located at the Yolo County Central Landfill. Northern Recycling provides construction and demolition processing and recycles green material, food waste, wood waste, and agricultural waste to create compost, mulch, and biomass fuel.

• Seniority level:
  Mid-Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing