Job description

• $10,000 Sign On Bonus
• Starting at $30/hr-45/hr based on experience
• Day/Swing/Night Shifts
• Monday-Friday (rotating Sat/Sun)
• Must Have Heavy Equipment Experience or Conveyor Experience

*** Please note that even in states where marijuana is legal (recreational OR medical) a positive drug test will disqualify you from employment ***

Heavy equipment repair. Anything related to but not limited to: Dozers, loaders, cranes, off road haul trucks, excavators etc. Brands like Cat, Komatsu, Volvo, John Deere, Hitachi, Liebherr, Sennebogen etc. The Mechanic must possess knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Essential Functions

Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications.

Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles.

Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.

Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices.

Provide assistance throughout the yard as needed.

Job Conditions

This position is regularly exposed to all weather conditions. Physical hazards such as noise, fumes, and dirt are present due to the equipment, machinery, and scrap as would be found throughout the scrap yard. Safety shoes, hearing protection, respirators, and face shields must be worn to eliminate the risks associated with these hazards. Travel is not required for this position.

Handling multiple issues regarding safety and maintenance increases pressure. Work load may be unpredictable, and pressure can be substantial during peak times. Critical deadlines require considerable adaptability. Disturbances of work flow and/or irregularities in work schedule are expected and occur on an intermittent basis. Extra hours may be required, sometimes on weekends, weekdays, and holidays.

Physical Activities Required to Perform Essential Functions

Ability to: stand for up to 12 hours a day; lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally; crouch or bend at the knees occasionally to increase visibility; stoop or bend at the waist occasionally to increase visibility; reach at arm’s length frequently or overhead occasionally; twist and turn at the neck and trunk; walk frequently on uneven ground; handle and grasp tools and parts continually; communicate by speech and hearing continually. Visual acuity needed for close detail work. Mental dexterity needed as Mechanic will work independently while demonstrating attention to detail and continuous awareness.

All U.S. applicants must be 18 years of age or older and all Canada applicants must be 16 years of age or older.

Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc. participates in e-verify for all U.S. new hires.

An offer of U.S. employment by Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc. or any of its subsidiaries is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen and background check.

All new hires must review and sign an Arbitration Agreement. This applies to all U.S. non-union employees.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, marital status, disability status, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, age, prior industrial injury, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status under local, state or federal law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Work setting:

• Outdoor work

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Oakland, CA 94607: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• What type of heavy equipment do you have experience working on?

Experience:

• Mechanical knowledge: 2 years (Preferred)
• conveyor maintenance: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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