Waste Connections is looking for a **Heavy Equipment/Yellow Iron Mechanic** to join the team at our location in St Cloud, FL. 6:30am to 5:00pm Monday though Friday and Saturday as needed. **$30.00 plus an hour DOE** **DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:** + Performs repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services. + Performs inspections, diagnosis and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles and equipment. + Several pieces of yellow iron currently on site. (Compactors, Dozers, Excavators, Motor grader, Water truck and Articulated Dump Truck) + Ability to efficiently operate bulldozers, wheel loaders, motor grader, scraper. Compactor experience _preferred_ , but not required. + Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards. **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 involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions. + Ability to operate heavy equipment is desired. + Knowledge of light and heavy equipment operation and maintenance. **MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS** : + High school diploma or equivalent. + Ability to read, writes, comprehend and communicate service and technical information. + Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified (both diesel and yellow iron experience). + CDL is preferred but not required at time of hire. + VETERAN are encourage to apply. **WHAT 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". + Garbage is very stable and we work year round! + VETERANS are encouraged to apply. If you have questions or need help with your application feel free to call the **Pete Carreon at 832-510-5681.** Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.