Heavy Equipment Mechanic - #259785

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history.

Mechanics possess the ability to diagnose and repair all but the most complicated and technical repairs to Mobile Equipment. The mechanic has extensive knowledge and significant experience in repairing internal combustion engines, transmissions, electrical and hydraulic systems. Mechanics can work independently to diagnose, identify, correct, repair and return equipment to service. Mechanics display a high level of responsibility towards the well-being and care of the mobile equipment fleet.

Job Responsibilities

• Possess the ability to rebuild major components (Engine, Transmission, Pumps, Cylinders, Motors and Electrical Systems) to manufacturers specifications.
• Ability to determine causes of failure and implement strategies or corrective measures to ensure repeated failures do not occur.
• Ability to use torches, presses, pullers, winches, jacks, lifts and other mechanical devices properly and within capacities.
• Ability to use tools properly and understanding which tools are required for each repair.
• Proficient knowledge and application of diagnostic tools including multimeters, computers, gauges, probes, scopes, calipers and other measurement and diagnostic tools required for the repair and maintenance of mobile equipment.
• Ability to direct and take responsibility for “B” and “C” mechanics that may be assisting with repairs being conducted by the “A” mechanic.
• Ability to communicate issues and concerns about equipment to supervision and outside dealers or technicians when required.
  
  

Job Qualifications

• Extensive prior mechanical experience required
• Physical ability to perform heavy labor
• Strong Mechanical Aptitude
• Strong Safety Values
• Decision Making
• Organized and Self Motivated
  
  

A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

Sims is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of all of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone can contribute, advance on merit, and realize their full potential. Sims does not discriminate with regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, housing status, source of income, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to any employment decision, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.  qualified applicants with a disability in need of a reasonable accommodation may request such without fear of reprisal or discrimination.

To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Principles of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.