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Knoxville, TN - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

SA Recycling a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry is actively looking for a dependable and safety minded individual to join our team as a Diesel Mechanic this role you will be learning all aspects of the trade under the guidance of an experienced Diesel Mechanic. Our Diesel Mechanics performs basic to intermediate repair/troubleshooting preventative maintenance and repairs (including light welding and metal fabrication) on both trucks and heavy equipment in a metals recycling yard.

This position will work outside in varying weather conditions and SA Recycling strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health Safety and Environmental standards.

SA Recycling offers:

  • Competitive Pay
  • Eligible for Safety and Performance Bonuses
  • Comprehensive benefits including affordable medical options dental and vision care
  • 401k with a Company Match
  • Growth opportunities and promotions from within
  • Weekly Pay
  • Referral Incentives
  • Company provided uniforms and PPE
  • Advancement Opportunities

Responsibilities of a Diesel Mechanic Trainee:

  • Assist with all routine and preventative maintenance tasks (fluid checks/fills lubrication drive belts/hoses changes filters and inspections.) on both trucks and heavy equipment per the manufacturer and SA Recycling guidelines.
  • Assist mechanics with service and repair tasks for mechanical fuel brake suspension hydraulic cooling and electrical systems.
  • Generate shop supply order requests to ensure adequate inventory levels for fluids belts hoses filters etc.
  • Maintain exact records of all work performed.
  • Model safe working habits and always abide by all safety policies and procedures.
  • Organize clean and keep a safe working area and shop.
  • Keep all buildings and grounds clean and neat in appearance.
  • Track organize and maintain spare parts inventory and area.
  • Must be available for after-hours and weekend callouts for emergencies as needed.
  • Performs all tasks fully within SA Recyclings Safety and Environmental practices and procedures.

Qualifications for a Diesel Mechanic Trainee:

  • Vocational/Technical degree highly desired.
  • 0 2 years of diesel technicians service experience in a shop setting or on a military installation preferred.
  • Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
  • Experience working in a scrap metal recycling yard or medium to heavy industrial environment preferred.
  • Willingness to work in varied weather conditions.
  • Experience in using industrial equipment such as a forklift skid steer and hoists preferred.
  • Must be willing to complete and successfully pass a drug screen physical and background check.
  • Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) a plus.

PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required.

An offer of employment by SA Recycling is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen physical exam and background check with a credit check (if position specified).

All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.


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