Northwest Container Services, a Waste Connections company, is looking to hire a highly motivated, Heavy Equipment Mechanic to work on a variety of lifts, chassis and construction equipment.

Maintenance performed on equipment such asTerex Top Pick Lift Trucks, Hyster 1-ton, 2-ton & 15-ton forklifts, graders, sweepers, water truck, bucket loaders, yard hostlers, chassis, and truck lifts.

Pay range is $28-$35/HR DOE

Schedule is Monday - Friday

Shift is 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM with some overtime as needed.

Safety Sensitive: Yes

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services.
• Diagnosis and repair of electrical, hydraulic, engine, transmission, suspension, differential, planetary, wet and air brakes on vehicles and equipment.
• Have basic computer / electronic skills.
• Utilize vehicle computer electronic systems and laptop programs for repairs.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.
• Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 75 pounds.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Shows up to work ON TIME every day ready to work!
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Provide your own mechanics tools.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate service and technical information.
• Minimum of 2 to 4 years of experience working with heavy equipment. Open to high school or college graduates looking to get trained in the heavy equipment field.

What we offer to you:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Uniforms/Safety Gear
• Yearly Boot allowance
• Tool Allowance

Why you need to join us!

• Safety # 1 Operating Value
• INTEGRITY: "saying what you will do and follow through with what you say"
• Always provide the best Customer Service experience possible
• Being a Premier rail service company makes it a great place to work

To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at .

Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest.

We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future". A link to our benefits overview can be found here:

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.