Shop/Maintenace Mechanic

Job Description

Title: Shop/Maintenace Mechanic

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Shop Manager

Pay: $40-$54.77/hr.

About the Company:

GreenWaste has been an industry leader in recycling and waste diversion for 40 years and is on a growth trajectory after private equity investment in 2021. Our business was founded on principles of environmental sustainability, and innovation is a cornerstone of our ongoing operations and growth strategy. GreenWaste specializes in all aspects of material collection, processing, and sales, tailoring our service offerings to the unique needs of our customers and communities, and helping to shape the evolution of the solid waste and recycling industry. We work directly with 20+ municipalities and 50+ jurisdictions, operate highly regulated facilities in 10+ locations, and have 1,000+ employees.

We are seeking an experienced, successful, and engaged Shop/Maintenance Mechanic to join our team. This position is expected to work out of our office at 610 East Gish Road in San Jose and limited job-related travel may be required.

Position Summary:

GreenWaste is seeking to fill the position of Shop/Maintenance Mechanic to provide support to one or more facilities. This position is responsible for fixing and maintaining all equipment used in the collection and processing of material collected by GreenWaste.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Maintaining trucks, trailer, loaders, forklifts, carts, bins debris boxes and associated equipment

Reading and filling out appropriate paperwork

Taking directions from shop supervisor

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must have basic familiarity with all equipment maintained by GreenWaste

Must be able to perform basic equipment maintenance and repair procedures

Must be able to work with little or no supervision in a safe and productive manner.

Qualifications:

2 years of previous mechanical experience with similar equipment

Class A or B license preferred

Language Skill:

Proficiency in English and/or Spanish

Physical Demands:

Must be able to remain in a standing position for extended periods

Must be capable of lifting arms above shoulder level and work in that position for extended periods Must be able to work in limited spaces

Must be able to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

Must be able to work in kneeling or prone position for extended periods

Must be able to crawl under and inside vehicles to locate and work on problems Must be able to bend/twist freely at neck and waist

Must be capable of simple grasping with both hands

Must be capable of simple grasping, power grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling, reaching above shoulders and below waist with both hands

Must be capable of driving and operating multiple types off-fleet vehicles including forklifts

Work Environment:

Typical work week is Monday through Friday. Will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. Ability to work in setting with frequent changes in equipment and start/end time based on the operational needs for the day and or week.

Compensation and Benefits:

Financial compensation will be commensurate with applicable experience. GreenWaste offers a competitive benefits package, including paid time off, holiday pay, 401K benefits, FSA, and full employee coverage for medical, dental and vision insurance.

This Organization participates in E-Verify.

GreenWaste provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws.

Full-time