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SIGN ON BONUS - $1500 (1/2 after 30 days, 1/2 after 90 days)
The Mobile Equipment Mechanic will diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts, tractors, trailers, and other light and heavy operating equipment in support of the Facility’s overall operations.
Position Responsibilities:
Schedule maintenance for industrial equipment, machines and keep equipment service records.
Repair and replace damaged or worn parts to braking system, engines, fuel system, power train, electrical system, and hydraulic system.
Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers’ specifications.
Operate and inspect machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects.
Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.
Dismantle and reassemble heavy-operating equipment using hoists and hand tools.
Overhaul and test equipment to ensure operating efficiency.
Adjust, maintain, and repair or replace subassemblies such as transmissions using hand tools, jacks, and cranes.
Repair, rewire, and troubleshoot electrical systems.
Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices.
Examine parts for damage or excessive wear, using micrometers and gauges.
Weld or solder broken parts and structural members using electric/gas welders and soldering tools.
Research, order, and maintain parts inventory for services and repairs.
Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on all facility vehicles to ensure that equipment and vehicles operate efficiently and safely.
Assemble gear systems and align frames/gears.
Clean parts by spraying them with grease solvent or immersing them in tanks of solvent.
Adjust and maintain industrial machinery, using control and regulating devices.
Fabricate needed parts or items from sheet metal.
Position Requirements & Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent
A minimum 4 years of experience with vehicle/heavy equipment maintenance or two years of mechanical trade school training
Must be able to operate mobile equipment, such as front-end loaders and tractors/trailers
Must be able to pass a respirator fit test
Total Rewards & Compensation:
Covanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
EOE AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability EEO is the Law Poster (The poster can be found at https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf). Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.
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