Field Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Waste Connections has an immediate opening for a **Field** **Heavy Equipment Mechanic** based out of our Turkey Creek Landfill in Alvarado, Texas but will need to be able to travel to multiple sites. Applicants for this role must possess a strong, dedicated, safety conscience work ethic along with a positive can-do attitude.  We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits-medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401K. Position is working 55-60 hours a week. Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour DOE. $130k-150k estimated per year with overtime **DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:** * Perform repairs and assigned preventative maintenance services. Performs inspections, diagnosis, and repair of powertrain, electrical and hydraulic systems on heavy equipment, such as excavators, wheel loaders, forklifts, man-lifts, etc. Perform power washing on heavy equipment during routine preventative maintenance. * Complete required paperwork utilizing equipment maintenance software program associated with repairing equipment, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times. * Reviews and completes, repairs identified on Daily Inspection Reports. * Conducts safety checks on vehicles and equipment. * Performs service calls for emergency breakdowns that may take place in the transfer station. * Maintain a clean, safe work environment in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards. * Participate in equipment operator training on best practices on maintenance and proper use of equipment **WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:** * Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds. * Work environment is outdoor or may be indoor repair equipment in the field. * Usually well-lighted and ventilated. * Sometimes necessary to work in awkward or tight positions and to handle greasy or dirty tools. These factors require following basic safety precautions. * Often working alone and is expected to report work status and completion of work through-out the day and end of day.  * Will communicate with suppliers and outside vendors to obtain parts and coordinate * Expect to know personal limitations and ask for assistance when necessary * Service vehicle equipped with tool boxes, welder/air compressor and crane is provided **MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:** * Clean Driving Record * Trustworthy and possess a high-degree of integrity * Self-directed and comfortable working alone * Work few but on an occasional weekend * Accustomed to changes in priorities and responding professionally to urgent matters * 3+ years’ experience working with heavy equipment * Must provide own personal tools and tool box. * Welding/fabrication experience is a _huge plus_! _**Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.**_