Equipment Mechanic
Aerotek
**Job Title: Equipment Mechanic**
**Job Description**
We are seeking a skilled Equipment Mechanic to join our team at the scrap yard. The candidate will be responsible for performing upkeep and repairs on trailers and heavy equipment, including forklifts, front end loaders, loaders, and Liebherr Cranes. This role involves both mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and repair work on hydraulic systems and air pumps and valves.
**Responsibilities**
+ Perform mechanic repairs on tractor trailers and heavy equipment in the plant.
+ Conduct preventive maintenance such as greasing, bearing changes, oil changes, filter changes, and brake and light maintenance.
+ Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues using prints or schematics.
+ Repair air leaks and air valves.
+ Perform heavy welding on large metal/steel.
+ Service and maintain skid steers, material handlers, forklifts, and front end loaders.
+ Perform tasks such as filter changes, fluid changes, air filter replacements, and greasing.
+ Ensure compliance with company site policies and safety procedures.
+ Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including hard hat, safety glasses, ear plugs, safety vests, gloves, and steel-toe boots.
+ Notify the supervisor of currently needed or anticipated repairs.
+ Run equipment on the pad to ensure proper functionality.
+ Keep the work area clean and organized.
+ Perform any other duties or assignments as requested by management.
**Essential Skills**
+ 5+ years of experience working as a mechanic.
+ Experience with diesel engines from tractor trailers or heavy equipment.
+ Knowledge of hydraulic components and schematics.
+ Ability to troubleshoot electrical issues.
+ Experience with pneumatic systems.
+ Ability to work out in various weather conditions.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Welding and fabrication experience is a plus.
+ Class A CDL is a huge plus.
+ Ability to communicate effectively with others, both verbally and in writing.
+ Comfortable working in tight quarters, such as the cab of a machine.
+ Ability to lift 50 pounds frequently and climb in and out of machinery.
**Why Work Here?**
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and an Employee Assistance Program. You will be eligible for 401(k) matching, possible profit sharing, and year-end bonuses. We also provide uniforms, safety glasses, and host company events such as a holiday party and family picnic. Our team enjoys a work environment that is both supportive and safety-oriented.
**Work Environment**
This role operates in a dirty and loud scrap yard environment, where safety is a top priority. You will be expected to work in all elements, including outdoor conditions during the winter. The shop is equipped with heaters, and we provide uniforms and colder weather gear. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, 6:00am to 4:30pm, with possible Saturday hours. The team consists of 20-24 employees in the yard.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Permanent position based out of HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $58240.00 - $72800.00/yr.
• Health Insurance (15-27% of premium) – eligible 1st day
• Eligible for HRA, Dental & Vision if signed up for our Health Insurance
o HRA (covers all but $300/600 + 20% of deductible) – eligible 1st day
o Dental Insurance – eligible 1st day
o Vision Insurance – eligible 1st day
• Life Insurance $35,000 – eligible 1st day
• STD/LTD – eligible 1st day
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Compass/Alight
• 401(k)- after 1 year emp & enroll 1/1 or 7/1, fully vested after 6 years, 25% match
• Possible Profit Sharing
• Year-end Bonus
• Attendance Bonus
• Holidays – 8 (after 90 days)
• Referral Bonus Opportunity
• Uniforms
• Safety Glasses
• Holiday Party
• Family Picnic
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in HARRISBURG,PA.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 21, 2025.
**About Aerotek:**
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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