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Mechanic Assistant (Recycling Plant)

santa rosa, CA

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Job description

City:

Santa Rosa

Location:

1181 - Recology Sonoma - Marin

Subsidiary Name:

Recology Sonoma Marin

THE ROLE OF A MECHANIC ASSISTANT - Recycling Plant & Building Maintenance

Swing Shift: 2PM - 10:30PM w/rotating Saturdays

Under direct supervision, supports the servicing, maintenance, inspection and repairs machinery and/or equipment to assure the safety and on-going operation of all equipment in the company.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, AND ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Schedules, maintains, services and repairs equipment to assure the safety and on-going operation of all vehicles and equipment in the company.

Checks oil and fluid levels, changes lubricants and filters, applies grease to fittings and moving parts. Maintains records of work orders for each job.

Maintains a clean, safe work area; performs duties in a safe manner; maintains awareness of others in work areas.

Provides systematic safety inspection of vehicles and/or equipment to established state standards including electrical, hydraulic and mechanical systems.

Attends training classes to upgrade skills as the nature and complexity of vehicles and/or equipment change.

Works with drivers and operators to determine repair requirements as documented on trip reports following through to assure that repair has been effective for the operators.

QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is: Two to four years of progressively more responsible mechanical experience.

Three years of related experience including experience with Hydraulic equipment, welding and light fabrication, repair and maintenance of heavy equipment machinery, and industrial electric systems.

Principles and practices of job site safety, potential job hazards, and state and local regulations.

High school degree or GED preferred.

Valid Driver's License required

Skill and/or Ability to: Promote the WASTE ZERO philosophy by making the best and highest use of all resources.

Work under pressure, handle stressful situations and maintain flexibility.

Maintain high levels of activity or productivity; operating with effectiveness, and determination over extended periods of time.

Ability to understand safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Consistently build knowledge and expertise about current job.

Communicate effectively with peers, supervisors and customers.

RECOLOGY OFFERS: An ecologically innovative company that finds and mentors people committed to protecting the environment and sustaining our communities.

The largest employee owned resource recovery company in the industry with terrific benefits to help you prosper.

A creative and caring culture that values community, diversity, altruism, accountability, collaboration, and learning by doing.

An inspired company mission driven to use and return resources to their best and highest use through the practice of the 4R's: Reduce, Re-use, Recycle, and Recologize.

Distinct professional challenges to connect with, care for, and grow community that sees a world without waste.

RECOLOGY BENEFITS MAY INCLUDE: Paid time off and paid holidays.

Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision.

Retirement plans (Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401(k) with match).

Annual wellness incentives.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Educational assistance.

Commuting benefits.

Employee referral program.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job; and pursuant to applicable law, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal records. It is important that you provide accurate information on the job application, inaccurate information may cause delays in the processing of your application and/or may disqualify you as a candidate.

Recology is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting an inclusive work environment where employees are valued, heard, and provided development opportunities. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis that is prohibited by law.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work conditions, and benefits associated with the job.

Worksite address

santa rosa, CA, 95402, US

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