Heavy Equipment Mechanic- 1st Shift

Description:

This position is eligible for our $1500 Sign-On/Retention bonus!

Tradebe is a group of industrial businesses dedicated to creating a more sustainable planet and making a real impact on human wellbeing. In the US, we lead the way in recycling and the circular economy, managing diverse environmental challenges sustainably.

Our East Chicago, IN facility is the heart of our operations and our largest processing hub, where innovation and teamwork drive meaningful environmental solutions. Join us in this dynamic location to be part of shaping a sustainable future.

Opportunity Highlights

Paid Weekly
$1500 Sign-On Bonus
$600 annual tool reimbursement
1st Shift Monday-Friday 6:45AM-3:15PM

The Opportunity

As a Heavy Equipment Mechanic with Tradebe you will do a variety of maintenance work on the mobile equipment at the plant. That will include forklifts, backhoes, trackhoes, etc. The preferred candidate will have experience doing maintenance on diesel equipment.

Key job responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance on all plant mobile equipment
Maintain an inventory of spare parts for mobile equipment
Adhere to the maintenance budget
Repair all equipment in a timely manner
Ensure preventive maintenance program is in compliance

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of mobile equipment
Must have own tools
Five to seven (5 to 7) years working in an industrial environment
Five to seven (5 to 7) years working on and operating mobile equipment, back hoe, track hoe, fork trucks
Experience working on semi-trucks is a plus
Valid Drivers license

Physical Requirements

Walking
Standing
Crawling
Kneeling
Lifting
Reaching
Pushing
Pulling

Why Tradebe is Right for You

Competitive pay and benefits
Student loan repayment assistance
Generous vacation and sick plans
Medical (including telehealth), dental and vision
401k Retirement match
Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
Health savings accounts (HSA)
Agency paid, basic life and AD&D insurance
Career ladders, professional development, and promotion opportunities
Leadership opportunities
Great work environment and culture
And MORE!

Tradebe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law
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