Heavy Equipment Mechanic

🔧 Heavy Equipment Mechanic / Technician (Yellow Iron)

Sun Country Materials Landfill | Riverview, FL

Waste Connections, Inc.

• Pay: $28.00 - $31.00/hour DOE
• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Occasional Saturdays: 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Year-Round Overtime Available

Join a Stable, Growing Industry Leader

Waste Connections is seeking a motivated, experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic / Technician to join our team at Sun Country Materials Landfill in Riverview, FL . This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanic who enjoys working on Yellow Iron and heavy equipment in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.

The ideal candidate will have strong diagnostic and repair skills, experience working on heavy equipment, and a commitment to safety and teamwork. Previous waste industry experience and familiarity with fleet maintenance software are highly preferred.

What You'll Do

• •Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair a variety of heavy equipment and support vehicles.
• •Perform preventative maintenance inspections and scheduled services.
• •Repair and maintain:
• •Landfill Compactors
• •Dozers
• •Excavators
• •Motor Graders
• •Haul Trucks
• •Site Trucks

• •Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, electrical, suspension, brake, and air systems.
• •Utilize onboard diagnostic systems and computerized equipment controls.
• •Respond to equipment breakdowns, including repairs performed in the field and on the working face of the landfill.
• •Complete work orders and maintenance records using fleet maintenance software.
• •Order parts and build strong working relationships with vendors, site personnel, and office staff.
• •Perform safety inspections and ensure equipment remains operational and compliant.
• •Review Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports and complete assigned repairs.
• •Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• •Follow all company, environmental, and OSHA safety policies and procedures.
• •Effectively communicate repair priorities and equipment needs to management and operations teams.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• •Minimum of 2 years of heavy equipment mechanic experience
• •Proven experience working on Yellow Iron/Heavy Equipment
• •Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities
• •Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• •Must provide own tools
• •Valid driver's license
• •Ability to safely operate heavy equipment when necessary

Preferred Qualifications

• •Waste industry experience
• •Experience with fleet maintenance management software
• •Previous field service experience
• •Welding and fabrication experience a plus

Physical & Working Conditions

• •Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry over 50 lbs.
• •Work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• •Frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, standing, and working in confined or awkward spaces.
• •Work may be performed in a shop environment or directly in the landfill operation.
• •Must be comfortable working around heavy equipment and industrial machinery.

Why Waste Connections?

• ✅ Competitive Pay – $28 to $31 per hour DOE
• ✅ Consistent Overtime Opportunities
• ✅ Stable, Year-Round Employment
• ✅ Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• ✅ Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• ✅ Company-Paid Life Insurance
• ✅ Long-Term Disability Coverage
• ✅ 401(k) with Company Match
• ✅ Paid Vacation & Holidays
• ✅ Career Advancement Opportunities
• ✅ Industry-Leading Safety Culture
• ✅ Veteran Friendly Employer

Apply Today!

If you're an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic looking for a long-term opportunity with a growing company that values safety, teamwork, and employee development, we want to hear from you.

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Waste Connections is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.