**El Dorado Disposal** , a Waste Connections Company, is looking for a **Heavy** **Equipment** **Mechanic** to work at our **Material Recovery Facility and Transfer Station in Placerville, CA** . Mechanics interested in secure, steady employment in a family atmosphere are encouraged to apply. **Schedule is Monday to Friday, working 8 hour days, with the potential of moving to a 4 day and 10 hour schedule.** **Starting pay is $32 per hour** . The pay range for this job category is $32-$36 per hour. **JOB SUMMARY** **:** Performs routine maintenance and a variety of repairs on **heavy** **equipment** , trucks, pickup trucks, support **equipment** at the Transfer Station site by performing the following duties: **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** : + Diagnose and perform repairs on **heavy** **equipment** such as dozer, scraper, compactor, pickup trucks, water trucks, light towers and all **equipment** on site as needed. + Ability to diagnose and repair all components; electrical, hydraulic, engines, transmissions, air conditioning, brakes. + Some computer skills needed, use Caterpillar E.T. program to diagnose and repair. + Follow safety procedures as set out by Caterpillar and Waste Connections Inc. + Use lock-out tag out procedure. + Fill out work order daily to keep track of hours and work performed. + Upon completion of assignments must provide signatures on all inspection reports. + Make parts list and order parts as needed using a P.O. system. + Fabricate and weld, using gas or arc as needed. + Report all problems to supervisor, Keep track daily by using a notebook for each machine Perform pm services as needed. + Other duties may be assigned. + Maintain a clean working environment **QUALIFICATION/REQUIREMENTS** : + Able to work utilizing safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, uniform, and hearing protection (PPE). + High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. + Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. + Ability to write routine reports and correspondence accurately. + Ability to speak effectively to employees of organization. + Ability to read and write in English. + Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. + Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. + ASE Certification a plus, + Valid Driver License and clean driving record. + Willing and able to work weekends as needed **PHYSICAL DEMANDS** : + While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. + The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; push and pull tool box weighing up to 100 lb. **WORK ENVIRONMENT** **:** + While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of radiation, and vibration. + The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and outside weather conditions. + The noise level in the work environment is usually loud, earplugs required.​ Successful candidates are those who seek to thrive in an environment of operational excellence and accountability. We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to **"Connect with Your Future"** . **Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.**