Posted 22 days ago
Yellow Iron Mechanic
6472-Heart of Florida LandfillOn-siteFull-time
AI Summary
Performs repairs and preventive maintenance on heavy yellow iron equipment such as compactors, dozers, excavators, and articulated dump trucks, diagnosing and fixing electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems.
About this role
Join Our Team as a Heavy Equipment / Yellow Iron Mechanic!
📍Location:Heart of Florida Landfill – Lake Panasoffkee, FL
🕡Schedule:Monday–Friday | Saturdays as needed
đź’°Pay:$35-$45hour DOE
What You’ll Do:
- Perform repairs andpreventive maintenanceon a variety of heavy equipment.
- Diagnose and fix electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems.
- Work with a fleet of yellow iron equipment including compactors, dozers, excavators, motor graders, water trucks, and articulated dump trucks.
- Operate bulldozers, wheel loaders, motor graders, and scrapers. (Compactor experience is a plus!)
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with OSHA and company standards.
What We’re Looking For:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 3–5 years of hands-on experience with diesel engines and yellow iron equipment.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate technical service information.
- CDLpreferred (but not required at time of hire).
- Strong knowledge ofheavy equipment operationand maintenance.
- Ability to lift over 50 lbs and work in physically demanding conditions.
Why Join Us?
- Comprehensive Benefits:Medical, dental, vision, FSA, long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k), and more.
- Year-Round Stability:The waste industry is essential and reliable.
- Growth Opportunities:Unlimited potential to “Connect with Your Future.”
- Veterans Welcome:We proudly support and encourage veterans to apply.
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Apply todayand Connect with Your Future!
Waste Connections is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veterans)
Skills
Air SystemsArticulated Dump TrucksBrake SystemsBulldozersCDLCompactorsDiesel EnginesDozersElectrical SystemsExcavatorsHydraulic SystemsMotor GradersOSHA ComplianceScrapersSuspension SystemsWater TrucksWheel Loaders
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