Waste Connections has an immediate opening for a **Equipment Preventive Maintenance Mechanic** at our **Turkey Creek Landfill in Alvarado, Texas** . Applicants for this role must possess a strong, dedicated, safety conscience work ethic along with a positive can-do attitude. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits-medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401K. Position is working 55-60 hours a week. **Pay: $28.00-$32.00 per hour.** **DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:** + Perform assigned preventative maintenance services on heavy equipment, such as excavators, wheel loaders, forklifts, man-lifts, etc. + Perform power washing on heavy equipment during routine preventative maintenance. + Complete required paperwork utilizing equipment maintenance software program associated with repairing equipment, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times. + Reviews and completes, repairs identified on Daily Inspection Reports. + Conducts safety checks on vehicles and equipment. + Performs service calls for emergency breakdowns that may take place in the transfer station. + Maintain a clean, safe work environment in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards. + Participate in equipment operator training on best practices on maintenance and proper use of equipment **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 is outdoor or may be indoor repair equipment in the field. + Usually, well-lighted and ventilated. + Sometimes necessary to work in awkward or tight positions and to handle greasy or dirty tools. These factors require following basic safety precautions. + Often working alone and is expected to report work status and completion of work through-out the day and end of day. + Will communicate with suppliers and outside vendors to obtain parts and coordinate + Expect to know personal limitations and ask for assistance when necessary + Service vehicle equipped with tool boxes, welder/air compressor and crane is provided **MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:** + Trustworthy and possess a high-degree of integrity + Self-directed and comfortable working alone + Work few but on an occasional weekend + Accustomed to changes in priorities and responding professionally to urgent matters + 2-3 years’ experience working with heavy equipment + Must provide own personal tools and tool box. + Welding/fabrication experience is a huge plus! **Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.**