Shredder Mechanic

Chattanooga, TN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Mechanic travels to various company yards to repair stationary and mobile equipment. SA Recycling proudly supports the military community.

Job Duties

Including but not limited to:
Drive company mechanic truck to pick up parts and help trucks when issues arrive off site.
Trouble shoot problems with machinery
Repair engines engine-cooling systems drivetrain parts brake systems and basic electrical parts
Remove and replace parts of hydraulic systems and tool attachments (shears forks grapples)
Remove and repair some body parts ladders platforms catwalks and engine covers
Perform limited torch cutting and welding

Clean up work area at the end of shift
Keep work areas neat and orderly
Regular attendance and punctuality are essential job functions
Organizing materials to have more effective use of space
Dispose of various waste materials in the appropriate manner
Inspection to ensure cleanup is completed
Effective housekeeping in workplace area is an ongoing operation for safety and better hygienic conditions for all team members.

Qualifications

Employees in this position prior to April 2014 are presumed to be qualified and are grandfathered into their positions.
Must pass a medical physical and drug test
Must pass a background check
Preferred high school diploma or GED and/or foreign education acceptable
Bi-lingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plus
Ability to: communicate with others effectively; understand direction (written or oral) and use basic math skills as the job demands
Diesel Mechanic school or certification preferred
Previous experience hydraulic repairs a plus
Forklift experience a plus

Job Expectations

Comply with all applicable federal state local & SA Recycling safety health & environmental rules regulations policies & procedures.

Physical Requirements

Work Environment: Scrap yard large equipment metal processing area
Equipment & Tools: Yard equipment electrical Safety equipment hand tools and PPE specialized for electricians.
Physical Demand Level: Moderate
Work Capacity: Mechanic Work Capacity
Sensory Demands: Hearing vision smell touch and taste
Hand Movements: Repetitive motions gripping twisting

SA Recycling offers:

Competitive Pay
Choice of 2 Medical plans with Dental Vision and Life Insurance
401k with a Company Match
Weekly Pay
Referral Incentives
Company provided uniforms and PPE
Eligible for Safety and Profitability Bonuses

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.

The Mechanic travels to various company yards to repair stationary and mobile equipment. SA Recycling proudly supports the military community.Job DutiesIncluding but not limited to: Drive company mechanic truck to pick up parts and help trucks when issues arrive off site. Trouble shoot problems with...