Heavy Power Equipment - Mechanic - National Salvage & Service Corporation

National Salvage and Service is seeking to hire a Heavy Power Equipment Mechanic which is based out of our office in Bloomington, Indiana.

National Salvage & Service is a sustainable company, we recycle nearly all the material we salvage. This practice not only keeps these materials out of landfills, improving the environment; it also saves our customers significant amounts of money, reducing the cost of a job and adding to profit.

National is a leading wholesale provider of used railroad ties and new railroad ties and other treated hardwood railroad track products, as well as recycled utility poles.

Our customers know that each time they order from National, they’ll receive the same high-quality products and customer service we’ve delivered for more than 40 years. We value and excel in consistently delivering a quality product at competitive prices in a manner that is convenient for the customer.

Benefits of National: 

• Competitive pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible dates for time off
• Reasonably Flexible Schedule
• 401(K) plan with company match
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Comprehensive Wellness program – offering 1:1 wellness coaching session
• Full health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and long-term disability

Job Classification:

• Non-Exempt
• Daytime Hours
• Monday - Saturday
• Full Time – 10hr shifts
• On-Site role

Essential Job Functions:  

• Work on heavy equipment, trucks, and service vehicles
• Maintain knowledge and adherence to all safety policies
• Conduct vehicle/equipment inspections and diagnostic tests; identify and resolve worn, broken, or damaged parts.
• Identify mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical system problems and consider possible solutions.
• Maintain vehicles/equipment using preventive maintenance procedures that meets or exceeds industry standards.
• Maintain shop equipment per operating instructions; troubleshooting and repairing or coordinate repairs; maintaining supplies.
• Performs inspection, diagnosis, and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles and equipment.
• Greases, oils, and lubricates components during preventive maintenance service.
• Works under limited supervision
• Completes required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Company Policy, and performs all work per established safety procedures.

Qualifications:

• You will need to be able to meet deadlines and be self-motivated
• Deep working knowledge of Hydraulics and Diesel vehicles.
• Need experience using mig and stick welding processes
• Must provide own hand tools
• 100% commitment to safety, quality and best practice
• Must have skills in cutting with torches and plasma cutters
• Minimum of 2 years of Professional Diesel Mechanic Experience.
• Physical Requirements: Stand, Walk, Climb, Bend, Twist, Move Throughout the Day, Use Hands in Repetitive Motions, Repeat Same Movements, work comfortably in an indoor and outdoor environment. Exposed to all weather elements. 

National Salvage’s Core Competencies:

• Demonstrates National Salvage values
• Driven for personal and company success
• Delivers exemplary customer service internally and externally
• Acts with integrity. Demonstrates responsible, ethical and honest behavior
• Displays personal accountability
• Fosters a collaborative environment
• Demonstrates commitment to continuous improvement

This job description is not intended to be comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Duties and responsibilities may change without notice.

Verification of your right to work in the United States, as demonstrated by your completion of the Form I-9 upon hire and your submission of acceptable documentation (as noted on the Form I-9) verifying your identity and work authorization within three days of starting employment. For your convenience, a copy of the Form I-9 List of Acceptable Documents is enclosed for your review.

Satisfactory completion of a background investigation, for which the required notice and consent forms are enclosed.

Successful completion and passing a drug and alcohol test. All job applicants are subject to drug and alcohol testing.

National Salvage & Service Corporation and its related entities are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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, or local laws.