Trailer Mechanic

Loess Hills Landfill, a Waste Connections company, is looking for a safety conscience Trailer Mechanic to join our GROWING team in Malvern, Iowa.

PAY: $27-$34 per hour (Depending on Experience) working 7am-4pm

WHY YOU NEED TO JOIN US:
- CULTURE:   It’s a Great place to work! We work in an environment where empowered, self-directed All-stars know what they do is important.
- INTEGRITY: Our definition is “saying what you will do and then doing it!” We keep our promises to our customers and our employees.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

- Inspect trailers and identify mechanical, structural, and electrical issues.

- Perform preventive maintenance and routine safety inspections.

- Diagnose and repair trailer brake systems, suspensions, wheel ends, bearings, and related components.

- Troubleshoot and repair trailer lighting, wiring, and electrical systems.

- Repair or replace doors, floors, landing gear, mud flaps, panels, and other trailer components.

- Perform air brake and air system repairs.

- Complete basic welding and fabrication when required.

- Replace tires and perform wheel-end repairs as needed.

- Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance, and completed repairs.

- Keep tools and the work area clean, organized, and safe.

- Follow company safety procedures and applicable regulatory requirements.

- Communicate equipment concerns and needed repairs to supervisors.

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 may be indoors in a shop, or outdoors to repair equipment on the face of the landfill. Sometimes necessary to work in awkward or tight positions and to handle greasy or dirty tools. These factors require following basic safety precautions.

- The employee is exposed to outside weather, including frequent wet and/or humid conditions, as well as exposure to fumes and vibration. Noise level is usually moderate.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

- Valid drivers license.

- Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate service and technical information.

- Previous trailer, diesel, heavy-equipment, automotive, or related mechanical experience preferred.

- Working knowledge of air brakes, suspension systems, electrical systems, and preventive maintenance.

- Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and complete repairs safely.

- Experience with welding and fabrication is a plus.

- Ability to use hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and shop equipment.

- Valid driver's license may be required.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a maintenance team.

- Must own personal tools.

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

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

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