Maintenance 2nd Class Mechanic

About Us

EMR isone of the world’s leading metal recycling companies with a history spanning decades. At EMR, our employees are the heart and soul of our organization. We are committed to creating a workplace that prioritizes the well‑being and safety of everyone. Our company provides a supportive and inclusive community where everyone's ideas and contributions are valued. We believe in teamwork and collaboration.

Our mission is to provide our customers with efficient and reliable metal recycling services while minimizing the environmental impact of our operations. EMR recycles ten million tons of material annually, everything from beverage cans to aircraft carriers. We work with a wide variety of metals including copper, aluminum, brass, and stainless steel and can recycle it into more than 200 different types of new sustainable raw materials.

EMR offers our team a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans with company match, wellbeing benefits, employee assistance program and more. Join us and be a part of a team that puts people first!

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for ensuring operation of equipment by conducting timely preventative maintenance requirements. Duties include locating source of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation and reassembling equipment after completion of repairs and inspections. This career requires experience in preventative maintenance on equipment, knowledge of operational theories of hydraulic systems, and troubleshooting equipment.

• Maintains equipment in proper working conditions through planned, preventative maintenance procedures as directed.
• Repairs all equipment breakdowns.
• Inspects and tests machinery and equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
• Installs new or repaired parts.
• Lubes all equipment.
• Keeps supervisor informed of any conditions concerning the equipment, repairs and maintenance supplies needed.
• Responsible for all company tools and equipment assigned to them.
• Observes all safety rules, including proper safety equipment, lockout‑tagout, etc.
• Performs general facility cleanup.
• Other job duties as assigned.

• Possess a valid CDL‑B
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Ability to work overhead, climb ladders, kneel and stand for long periods.
• Ability to assess and repair mechanical failures.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds alone, and 100 pounds as a team.

• High school diploma or GED‑equivalent.
• Two years of maintenance experience required.
• Background in electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and mechanical areas.

EMR USA Metal Recycling 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 or local laws.

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